Each of these valuable fountain pens is a piece of art, masterfully crafted by use of the Maki-e technique. Maki-e is the art of Japanese lacquer painting and is renowned for its beauty and artistry. The number of pens is strictly limited.
Year
2005
Edition of 88 specimens
The dragon and the phoenix are the most important creatures in Chinese mythology and are surrounded by a wealth of legend and folklore. The Chinese dragon is a good-natured and benign creature in contrast to its Western counterpart. As a magical animal, it is capable of shrinking to the size of a silkworm or swelling until it fills the space between heaven and earth.
The first appearance of the phoenix, which was later to become a commonplace symbol of peace and prosperity, can be dated back to 2600 B.C. Legend has it that this beast remains hidden and only appears when reason prevails. Thus, the phoenix is the glorification of a peaceful reign and a successful ruler.
Historically, it was the right of the Chinese Emperor to bear the dragon, while the phoenix was the main decorative motive in the costumes of the Empresses of China. The spirit of these beasts is still very much a living part of Chinese culture. Although over the centuries the Chinese race has been scattered throughout the world, all descendants are still bound by these powerful and mystical symbols, rich in tradition and history.