Kyoto Artistry LE55 Fountain Pen

Release Information
Collection Artisan
Date 2017
Product Identification
Medium Nib MB115999

Mike's Status : Want it!

Product features

Cap The handcrafted Ag925 Sterling silver cap features the palace and bird from the famous Wakamurasaki scene in the 5th chapter. The handcrafted motif on the Ag925 Sterling silver barrel shows the imperial carts (gosho guruma) that accompany Genji through the various stations of his life.
Cap Top The emblem in mother-of-pearl crowns the cap top.
Clip The clip in made of Au750 solid gold.
Overall Design The overall design features a special Kimono pattern with motifs taken from classical literature or the scenery of a noh play (Goshodoki Monyo) from the Tale of Genji (源氏物語) – the world's first novel - the motifs are developed by Chiso. Cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves are portrayed, partly as Au750 solid gold inlays into the silver tube, with the main motifs, which are a palatial home of aristocrats, manmaku curtains, and an imperial cart as a vehicle. The 'border' between the lower and upper parts is decorated with Genji-ko, which is a pattern derived from kodo, or the Japanese incense ceremony. The motifs are laid out vertically to create a sense of perspective. The cap and barrel are made of Ag925 sterling silver, with 3D pattern and hand-engraving.
Cone The traditional Hanabishi pattern, a diamond-shaped blossom design, is engraved on the cone.
Nib The rhodium coated Au750 solid gold nib design is inspired by kosode (literal meaning is 'small sleeve'), which is basic Japanese robe evolved in the late 14th century.
Limitation The limitation to 55 pieces refers to 1555 the year of foundation of the Chiso kimono manufacture.

Marketing Verbiage

A Homage to Kyoto Artistry and collaboration with Chiso from Japan. Chiso is a regarded and traditional kimono manufacture who specializes on hand painted patterns. Chiso is based in Kyoto, was originally founded in 1555.

Main SKU: 115999