Namiki Yukari Hummingbird Fountain Pen
This pen is pre-owned, but un-inked and in excellent condition. The pen comes complete with a box, papers, and ink. It is equipped with an 18k Medium #10 nib and fill via cartridge convertor (included).
Hummingbirds are often seen as a symbol of love, joy and beauty.
Created by master artisan Seiki Chida, this pen combines the best qualities of Hira, Togidashi and Taka-Maki-e lacquering techniques. The abalone shimmers behind the hibiscus whie the hummingbird changes color depending on the angle that it is viewed from.
Namiki Maki-e fountain pens encompass the ultimate fusion of skill and spirit inherited from their predecessors, and also the roots of PILOT. Over many years to the present day, they are one of the top brands in Maki-e fountain pens conveying Japanese traditional culture.
Lacquering, drawing, sprinkling and polishing. In order to bring out a beautiful, fine Maki-e, these 4 processes are repeated many times over. More than 3 months are required until completion, with some Maki-e fountain pens being completed after going through the process as much as 130 times.
