Danitrio Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu Maki-E on Sho-Hakkaku Fountain Pen
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✓ 100% Genuine Urushi
✓ Contains the Maki-E Red Seal (Highest Quality of Maki-E Art)
✓ Hand-painted by highly-trained Japanese Artisans
This remarkable fountain pen pays homage to Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, the visionary leader who unified Japan and established the Edo period, ushering in centuries of peace and stability. A commanding figure in history, Ieyasu’s leadership shaped the nation’s cultural and political landscape, leaving an enduring legacy.
Against a rich green urushi background, the shogun stands amidst a scene of flowing sakura blossoms, symbols of renewal and the fleeting nature of power and life. The blossoms, rendered in red, pink, and gold maki-e, drift gracefully around him, their delicate forms contrasting with the weight of his legacy.
A dove, a symbol of peace and wisdom, perches gently on a slender branch on the cap, a poignant reminder of the harmony Ieyasu ultimately secured for Japan. The interplay of a black urushi background with gold maki-e shading enhances the depth and movement of the composition, creating a dynamic yet balanced visual narrative.
A fusion of history, symbolism, and exceptional craftsmanship, this pen is a testament to strength, wisdom, and the enduring beauty of tradition.
About Danitrio Sho-Hakkaku Fountain Pen Series:
The Sho-Hakkaku is a Danitrio series pen that is octagonal-shaped. Danitrio wanted to create a shorter version of the Hakkaku. Hakkaku means "discovery" in Japanese.
Nib Details:
This pen is furnished with an 18k Gold, two-toned #6 nib. What has been described by many Danitrio collectors as the fireball nib is an image of “Kaen-Kohai” which is a flame-shaped halo of “Fudo Myoo” (Acala, the God of Fire). This halo is commonly painted on the back of Japanese Buddhist statues.
An UrushiPen.com representative will contact you to confirm nib tip size preference (fine, medium, broad, or stub) following the placement of the order.
Technical Specification:
| Cap Length | 62 mm (2.4") |
| Cap Diameter | 16.5 mm (0.65") |
| Barrel Length | 101 mm (3.98") |
| Barrel Diameter | 15 mm (0.59") |
| Pen Length (Closed) | 135 mm (5.3") |
| Pen Length (Posted) | Cap does not post |
| Net Weight | 26.5 g (0.93 oz) |
| Net Weight (w/ink full) | 28.4 g (1 oz) |
| Filling System | Cartridge/Converter |
About the Artisan:
This pen was hand-painted by Masanori Omote (Masanori). Born in 1938. Masanori was awarded the "Dento-Kogei-shi" title in 1994, which an honorary title meaning "master of traditional crafts" and is given only to a select few artisans who have a significant contribution to their craft. He learned Maki-E on commonly used items and often showcases his work at art exhibitions in Japan such as Dento Kogeiten, art-and-craft exhibition established in the 1950's to help foster and pass down the skills of Japanese traditional crafts. In addition to practicing Maki-E, he has also has been a teacher at the Yamanaka Urushi Technical Center. He likes to use different lacquering techniques on the same piece and is inspired by the four seasons. He states that he works very hard on his pieces in hopes that his customers will continue to love his work.