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c. 1675

Goshawk Mews

Originating in Central Asia, falconry became a popular sport among Japanese courtiers during the tenth century. The sport became increasingly associated with the military, and falcons and hawks were often painted as a symbol of power.

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Goshawk Mews, c. 1675 | Philadelphia Art Museum