The Dragon of Good Fortune

AP Limited Editions heralds the arrival of a New Year with a phenomenal expression of The Dragon of Good Fortune, ushering in blessings of dynamism and good luck for the year 2024.

Featuring the highest levels of Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Art, namely Shishiai Maki-e; an invincible Golden Dragon crafted in several layers of Gold Taka Maki-e; emerges into a spectacular sun kissed sky, shimmering with the brilliance and warmth of jeweled tones of red and gold Urushi lacquer.

Every turn of this fantastic fine writing instrument is an ode to the grandeur of Maki-e Lacquering techniques: in the generous use of Gold Kirikane (small square pieces of Gold) on the nib section and borders and expert use of inlay of Abalone shell and Mother of Pearl on the eyes of the Dragon and the claws around the top and base of the cap and barrel sections.