{"product_id":"pilot-togidashi-hira-maki-e-double-crane","title":"Pilot Togidashi Hira Maki-E Double Crane Fountain Pen","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003ePilot Togidashi-Hira Maki-e Double Crane Fountain Pen \u003c\/b\u003eis a beautiful expression of traditional Japanese lacquer artistry and the timeless elegance of the crane motif. Featuring two graceful cranes rendered against a richly lacquered surface, this exceptional writing instrument showcases the delicate beauty and refined craftsmanship associated with Maki-e fountain pens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe artwork incorporates the Togidashi-Hira Maki-e technique, a traditional Japanese lacquer process in which layers of lacquer are carefully applied and burnished to reveal the design, followed by the creation of the principal motif using Hira Maki-e techniques. Pilot\/Namiki describes this as “Burnished-Flat Maki-e,” a process that produces a beautifully integrated, polished surface and allows the artwork to emerge with remarkable subtlety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe double-crane design adds particular elegance and symbolism. In Japanese tradition, the crane is a celebrated symbol associated with longevity, good fortune, and harmony, making the motif especially fitting for a fine writing instrument intended to be treasured.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond its artistic appeal, this Pilot fountain pen represents the enduring relationship between Japanese writing culture and decorative lacquer craftsmanship. The combination of fine fountain-pen engineering, polished lacquer, and traditional Maki-e artistry makes it a compelling choice for the discerning collector and an exquisite example of Japanese pen design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFilling Mechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e Pilot converter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody:\u003c\/b\u003e Japanese lacquer \/ Urushi lacquer coating\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaki-e decoration: \u003c\/b\u003eGold powder and lacquer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish: \u003c\/b\u003eTogidashi-Hira Maki-e (Burnished-Flat Maki-e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtwork: \u003c\/b\u003eTwo cranes on a black lacquer background\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNib: \u003c\/b\u003e14K (585) gold, Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e Maki-E \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Box\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53770647798054,"sku":"VPAR-003","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0002\/8573\/6972\/files\/1789685084391_g8v91g0fupv.jpg?v=1789686304","url":"https:\/\/thepleasureofwriting.sbs\/products\/pilot-togidashi-hira-maki-e-double-crane","provider":"The Pleasure of Writing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}