The Namiki Emperor Dragon fountain pen depicts a dragon carrying a cintamani, the wish-fulfilling jewel of legend. Introduced in 2016, the design brings together the dragon's associations with wealth, fertility, and success in Asian cultures and the belief that the jewel can fulfill its possessor's dreams.
Artisan Mamoru uses different lacquer techniques for different parts of the scene. Taka Maki-e builds the dragon in relief, while raden gives the jewel and other ornaments their shell-inlaid sparkle. Togidashi Maki-e provides the burnished background. The combination distinguishes the raised creature from its surroundings on the black ebonite body, with gold trim completing the exterior.
The Japanese-made pen has a two-tone 18k gold nib and an eyedropper filling system. Its cap screws on, and the substantial body measures 175 mm capped with a barrel width of 17.2 mm. Weight with the cap is 49 g.
The dragon is associated with wealth, fertility, and success in some Asian traditions. The jewel it carries is the cintamani, described in legend as a wish-fulfilling gem; that meaning belongs to the story represented by the decoration.
Artisan Mamoru assigns a different role to each technique. Taka Maki-e raises the dragon, raden supplies the sparkle of its jewel and other ornaments, and Togidashi Maki-e forms the burnished background.
It uses an eyedropper filling system for bottled fountain pen ink.
Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid solvents and abrasive cleaners.
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