Caran d'Ache Year of the Pig Fountain Pen - Handmade Limited Edition of 888.

Caran d'Ache Year of the Pig Fountain Pen - Chinese Zodiac - Gold-Plated - Handmade Limited Edition

$3,625.00

Liimited Edition Chinese calendar fountain pen handmade with calligraphic depiction of the Pig in hot gold foil pig on black gloss Chinese lacquer body. Authenticated by calligraphic pig symbol, the Caran d'Ache Chinese seal applied in red and edition number engraved on body. Gold-plated writing block and trim. 18-carat gold nib.

Item Number: 71305092055

Availability: Made to Order. Contact us for details.

Category: 982

Color Pattern: Black/Gold

Material: Gold-plated/Lacquer

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Caran d'Ache Chinese Zodiac Year of the Pig 2019 Fountain Pen - 18kt Gold Nib
Homage Limited Edition of 888

Year of the Pig Limited Edition, a tribute to the Chinese calendar and the refined arts
Through its Chinese Calendar collection, the Maison Caran d’Ache brings new life to the legends behind the symbols in the Chinese Zodiac. The “Year of the Pig” limited edition is part of this line of exceptional writing instruments, celebrating the Chinese Year of the Pig in 2019.

In the Chinese Zodiac cycle, the Pig symbolizes integrity, enduring loyalty and universal peace. Its natural goodness, sincerity and determination to overcome all injustice make it the custodian of traditional values. A gallant companion and lover of beautiful things, this charming bon vivant brings joy and harmony to the world. Conducive to purity and positive relationships, the Chinese Year of the Pig promises a marriage of the best energies.

Artistic Expression
Continuing the aesthetics of the preceding limited editions dedicated to the symbols of the Chinese zodiac, the “Year of the Pig” revives the splendor of veritable Chinese lacquer.

The joyful silhouette of the Pig appears on a glossy black Chinese lacquer background, patiently applied layer after layer, according to ancestral tradition. The delicately engraved design presents the animal in a joyful position, surrounding the body of the writing instrument with its friendly smile facing the observer. The lines and swirls in hot gold foil that define its shape leap forth from the black Chinese lacquer to create the noblest of contrasts. The typically Asian nature of the design further emphasizes the generosity of the volumes and curves of its strong, lively body.

The attributes of the writing instruments are covered in yellow gold and bear the distinctive marks of the Maison Caran d’Ache along with individual numbers engraved. The gold symbolizes light and prosperity, a sign of protection and good omen in Asia.

Each writing instrument is authenticated with the calligraphic symbol of the Pig and the Chinese stamp of the Maison Caran d’Ache, applied in red as a token of good luck.

The “Year of the Pig” edition is limited to 888 fountain pens in homage to Chinese culture, in which the number “888” is the ultimate sign of good luck.

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 a glossy black polished Chinese lacquer
Pig’s body in hot gold foil
Calligraphic depiction of the Pig
Caran d’Ache red Chinese seal
“Chinese lacquer” engraved in Chinese on the tip
Ring engraved with Caran d’Ache and Swiss Made logos

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

WRITING BLOCK
Gold-plated
Two engraved depictions of the Pig

CAP, CLIP, BUTTON
Cap in glossy black polished Chinese lacquer
Pig’s head depicted in hot gold foil
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 Pig