Platinum Izumo “Shikkoku Chikuringunkozu” Tiger in the Bamboo Forest Maki-e FP

Description

Title
Platinum Limited Edition Izumo “Shikkoku Chikuringunkozu” Tiger in the Bamboo Forest Maki-e Fountain Pen with Fine Nib
Product Description
Platinum introduces the Shikkoku Chikuringunkozu Izumo Fountain Pen in 2017. The design of this stunning pen from Platinum is based on a Japanese panel painting of tigers called 'Gunkozu', believed to be the work of 17th century artist Tanyu Kano. The tiger was known in Japan as one of the Four Divine Beasts from China, and considered legendary as it was never seen. Its image has been viewed by eastern warriors since ancient times as a symbol of strength.
The Shikkoku Chikuringunkozu fountain pen features an illustration of a tiger emerging from a bamboo forest, and has been created using the taka maki-e technique. This involves charcoal powder being applied in several layers to the ebonite body of the pen, to raise the design and give it depth. The image of the tiger will become glossier with age and use. The pen comes with a 18k "F" gold nib finished in rare ruthenium. The clip and ring are also finished in matte ruthenium.
It comes with a an attractive black paulownia wooden box, ink bottle, a converter and a textured black crepe fabric pouch with a decorative string closure and cloud charm.
Pen Dimensions
About 154mm in length when capped; and
About 18m in width (max).
Weight about 34g.
Nib size – F
Nib: 18k gold nib
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Conditions
Brand new.
Fountain pen is in full mint condition (i.e. uninked and undipped)
Shipping and Handling Costs
Worldwide Delivery
Free delivery to all international destinations through registered airmail.
Expedite shipping will cost extra.
Buyer will have to pay for all duties or any additional tax/cost arising from the import.
Available Payment Modes
Worldwide Sales
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Bank/wired transfer. Buyer is to bear all cost arising from the wired transfer.
After Auction
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Buyer is to make payment within 5 days after the auction close. Thereafter, I reserve my rights to re-list the item. All sales are final. No refund is allowed unless the product is different from the description.  All refunds will exclude shipping cost.