Nakaya Yakoh Maki-e 'Enjoying the Moon Cat'

Nakaya Yakoh Maki-e 'Enjoying the Moon Cat'
This whimsical and evocative design is based on a sketch by a Nakaya customer who loved cats. It is executed on the Piccolo Cigar model, a perfect size and shape for this composition.
Nakaya Yakoh Maki-e 'Enjoying the Moon Cat'
The moon employs Tame-Sukashi technique, one that increases brightness in time. Paw prints on the grip section and the cat are made using the Yakoh-Makie, raised, technique.
This elegant design is transformative. We have preserved the Japanese syntax of the title because it so clearly captures the essence of this pen.

When we saw the values characterized by this pen, we realized that it represented more than a cat, a mouse, and the moon. This pen embodies the sense of appreciation that a passive observer can have for the natural world. It is done in such a way that we can chuckle and agree.

The Nakaya nib, imprinted Nakata, the family name of the manufacturer, is made of solid 14K gold, our favorite alloy for pen nibs. Seen to the left above is a soft fine nib. It adds some flexibility to a fine point without adding any additional cost. However, the optional rose gold plating on this nib adds $40 to the cost of this pen.

Each of these nibs is suitable for our customization to extra flexible (an additional $65 charge). The medium, broad and extra broad tip can be customized into a cursive italic, stub or oblique point (an additional $55 for these customizations).

Hand-painted Maki-e converters are also available - click here for details.

Price: $1000 + $50 (pink gold nib)

To see what Nakaya nibs are available and compare them to other nibs that we offer please click this link: TippingSizesPage

To see pictures of the range of Nakaya nibs that we offer click this link: Nakaya Nibs Page

 

 


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