Maki-e

Each of these valuable fountain pens is a piece of art, masterfully crafted by use of the Maki-e technique. The number of pens is strictly limited.

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The art of creating a Maki-e fountain pen - a movie

This short film shows how the Japanese artist Mushu Yamazaki elaborately forms a Pelikan fountain pen into a piece of Maki-e art, by hand.

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Maki-e Peacock

The "Peacock" is a masterpiece that combines the craftsmanship based on 180 years of tradition and technology coupled with superior Japanese traditional Maki-e painting techniques.

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Maki-e Dragonfly

The “Dragonfly” is a masterpiece that combines the craftsmanship of Pelikan Germany based on 179 years of tradition and technology coupled with superior Japanese traditional Maki-e painting techniques.

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Maki-e Spring & Autumn

The “Spring & Autumn” is a masterpiece that combines the craftsmanship of Pelikan Germany based on over 175 years of tradition and technology.

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Maki-e Ginko & Maple Leaves

The fountain pen “Ginko & Maple Leaves” shows the traditional autumn motifs of Japan.

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Maki-e Maiko in Kyoto

The fountain pen pays tribute to Japans former capital Kyoto and the beauty of young women shown in form of a traditionally dressed Maiko.

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Maki-e Renjishi

The fountain pen is named after a famous play from the traditional Japanese Kabuki theater and shows an important dancing scene.

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Maki-e Sea World

Various Maki‑e techniques have been used on this fountain pen for the artfully presented images of maritime life.

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Maki-e Only rarely available Models

Discover more unique Maki-e painting techniques and models. These Maki-e fountain pens are both unusual and stunningly beautiful.

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