Caran d'Ache Year of the Dragon 18k Rose Gold Fountain Pen - Limited Edition with Li Qiang Sheng.

Caran d'Ache Year of the Dragon Fountain Pen - Chinese Zodiac Calendar - 18k Rose Gold & Lacquer - Handmade Limited Edition

$27,800.00

Li Qiang Sheng designed Limited Edition Year of the Dragon Chinese calendar fountain pen handmade with hand-engraved calligraphic depiction of a long-tailed Dragon in red Chinese lacquer on black gloss Chinese lacquer body. Authenticated by calligraphic dragon symbol, the Caran d'Ache Chinese seal applied in red and edition number engraved on body. 18-carat Solid Rose Gold writing block and trim. 18-carat gold nib.

Item Number: 71305093036

Availability: Made to Order. Contact us for details.

Category: 982

Material: Gold/Chinese Lacquer

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Chinese Zodiac Year of the Dragon 2012 Rose Gold Fountain Pen - Medium Nib

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Caran d'Ache Chinese Zodiac Year of the Dragon 2012 Fountain Pen - 18k Solid Rose Gold - 18kt Gold Medium Nib
Homage Limited Edition

A divine creation to honor a mythical creature

The five-fingered Dragon is one of the founding myths of Chinese civilization: the messenger of the Gods, the guide for human beings and the master of the elements. All its magical powers are wonderfully evoked in the Dragon Limited Edition. Its design focuses all the expertise and excellence of Caran d'Ache on creating a genuine tribute to Asian refinement.

The body of the pen, carefully polished by hand then enveloped in soft black lacquer, is surrounded by the sinuous form of the powerful red dragon. As guardian of all the Earth's riches, it seizes possession of this Limited Edition, gripping the body with the full force of its five fingers, never to part from it and to protect it with eternal goodwill.

The Dragon motif appears five times on the body, engraved by laser to enrich the pen with subtle glimmers of light.

In the pure tradition of Chinese lacquer

With its gleaming coat of Chinese lacquer, the «Year of the Dragon» Limited Edition pays a genuine tribute to this living material. Used since the Shang Dynasty in the 14th Century BC, lacquer is a technique that calls for a high degree of patience that is typically Oriental. It is applied by hand in a succession of fine layers and certain master craftsmen of Caran d'Ache are trained in this formidably delicate process, preserving the art by combining ancient Chinese tradition with advanced modern technology.

The Chinese lacquering on the «Year of the Dragon» Limited Edition is a genuine example of master craftsmanship with the body of the pen given several coats of red lacquer, then black lacquer. The last coat is patiently and delicately polished, transforming the instrument into a jewel with brilliant, deep reflections.

With exquisite precision, the dragon is engraved by engraved by hand cutting engraved by hand cutting into in the depths of the hand cutting material to create a striking contrast as the brilliant black is revealed followed by the matte red. The Dragon appears majestic against the darkness of black lacquer, just like its constellation in the night sky. The red creature emerges from the sombre depths and the delicacy of its lines gives birth to new light.

Dragon Pen Luxury Packaging Details:
- Packed in an elegant box
- Limited Edition Collection Certificate
- Chinese Lacquer Certificate
- International Lifetime Guarantee

TYPE OF WRITING INSTRUMENT
Fountain Pen
Dimensions: closed cap 138.4 mm, without cap 125 mm, cap at the back 160.2 mm

PEN BODY
Round brass body covered with glossy black polished Chinese lacquer
Dragon’s body in mat red Chinese lacquer
Calligraphic depiction of the Dragon made by Mr Li Qiang Sheng
“Chinese lacquer” engraved in Chinese on the tip
Ring engraved with Caran d’Ache and Swiss Made logos

FOUNTAIN PEN NIB
18-carat gold nib, hand-polished
Available in size M (other nib sizes available upon request)

WRITING BLOCK
18-carat Rose Gold
Five engraved depictions of the Dragon

CAP, CLIP, BUTTON
Cap in glossy black polished Chinese lacquer
Dragon’s head depicted in mat red Chinese lacquer
Gold-plated clip and button

NUMBERING
Number “xxx/888” engraved on the top of the cap
888: Chinese lucky number and symbol of ultimate balance

CARTRIDGES AND REFILLS
Supplied with two blue ink cartridges
Supplied with a piston pump

PACKAGING
Wooden box covered in glossy, screen-printed black lacquer
Inside holder reversible for one or two pens
Dimensions: 19.5 x 10.2 x 6.8 cm
Weight: 0.73 kg

LEGAL STANDARDS
Swiss Made

Designed to appeal to the following:
Serious collectors of precious objects and writing instruments
Fans of the “Chinese Calendar”collection
People born in the Chinese Year of the Dragon

Year of the Dragon Limited Edition

In honor of the Chinese zodiac, Caran d’Ache celebrates the year of the Dragon the year of the Dragon

According to legend, on one particular New Year, the Emperor of Jade summoned all the animals in creation to a mysterious meeting, promising them a special reward. But only 12 animals responded to the invitation. The Emperor then gave each of the twelve a year of their own, numbered in the order of their arrival, and that year would carry their name for ever. The fifth sign is the Dragon, the only mythological animal to be included in the Chinese zodiac.

2012 will be the year of the Dragon, the legendary founder of Chinese civilization, guardian of the elements across the successive dynasties, and symbol of perseverance and success. To celebrate this year and confirm its admiration for Chinese culture, Caran d’Ache, Maison de Haute Ecriture, has created a new, prestigious writing instrument with a powerful character and full of positive virtues.

Li Qiang Sheng Biography

A blend of talents
The "Year of the Dragon" Limited Edition draws its inspiration from the roots of Chinese culture, the myths that founded it, and even from its unique form of expression, its calligraphy.

To draw the Chinese character for the word Dragon on the writing instrument, Caran d'Ache called on the talents of the contemporary artist, Li Qiang Sheng, originally from Xinhuang in Hunan Province and currently Vice President of the China Pen Drawing Alliance. He is internationally recognized for his skillful calligraphy and his ability to combine the ancient techniques of writing in Chinese ink with Western culture.

The artist's signature underlines the expertise of the Geneva Maison de Haute Ecriture and confirms a shared passion: to create a truly exceptional object.

Technical Description
A beautiful writing instrument dedicated to the secrets behind secrets behind secrets behind the Dragon:
Attributes: Gold-plated
Tip of the cap: Number, 888 fountain pen & 888 rollers - Lucky Chinese number and symbol of final balance
Writing block: 5 Dragon representation
Ring: Engraving Caran d’Ache Logo & Swiss Made
Cap and Body: Cap and Body: Dragon representation in matte red Chinese Lacquer underneath the shiny black Chinese Lacquer body
Body: Dragon Calligraphy made by Mr Li Qiang and signed by him
Top: Engraving "Chinese Lacquer" in Chinese

Tribute to Chinese culture
A legendary figure in the Chinese zodiac, symbolizing happiness and success, the powerful dragon is revered as the founder and protector of Chinese civilization.

The Maison Caran d’Ache pays tribute to this majestic myth with the creation of prestigious “Year of the Dragon” writing instruments, fountain pens or roller pens. Layer by layer, the bright red hue of the matt Chinese lacquer breathes vibrant life into the silhouette of the dragon engraved against a shiny black lacquered background.

This exceptional work bears witness to the artistic delicacy and precision of the Caran d’Ache master craftsmen, fervent admirers of Chinese culture and artistic crafts. As a token of authenticity and extreme attention to detail, the Geneva-based Manufacture has called upon the skill of an exceptional Chinese calligrapher to apply the sign of the dragon to these writing instruments.

This limited edition is the first of a themed line designed to bring the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac back to life under the expert fingers of Caran d’Ache craftsmen. Year after year, it will delight and enthrall collectors from all realms of experience and culture.

Year of the Dragon 18-Carat Rose Gold Fountain Pen:
– 18k solid pink gold fittings
– Body coated in several layers of red then black Chinese lacquer
– Polishing brings out the natural brilliance of the black lacquer
– Body engraved to create the dragon and the signature of Li Qiang Sheng in matte red Chinese lacquer
– Writing block laser-engraved with 5 dragons

Presentation Gift Box:
- The limited edition is presented in a valuable box
- Limited Edition Certificate
- Authenticity Certificate – Chinese Lacquer
- User’s Guide & Lifetime international guarantee