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The AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Aogai Deco brings a modernist rhythm to a classical lacquer art form. Geometric lines and luminous shell inlay play across a lacquered surface that shifts with the light, recalling Art Deco architecture while remaining unmistakably handcrafted. In the slender, well-balanced Writer format, it is a refined statement piece that rewards slow looking and daily use alike.
Aogai refers to the blue-green iridescence of abalone shell, long prized in raden shell-inlay work for its depth and prismatic color. On this Aogai Deco edition, thinly cut pieces of shell are hand-set into lacquer and framed by crisp, architectural intervals. The interplay of red and white lacquer grounds with the cool, oceanic flash of aogai creates a visual cadence that reads as both timeless and contemporary.
The maki-e process builds surface and tone through successive layers of natural urushi, each coat applied, cured, and polished before the next. The shell is then inlaid with careful alignment so that edges remain true and the pattern holds its precision through the final transparent coats. Under direct light, the inlay reveals micro-shifts of blue, green, and violet; in softer light, it settles into a quiet, pearly glow. The result is a durable, lustrous finish that carries warmth in the lacquer and crisp clarity in the inlay.
The Writer format is composed and purposeful in hand, offering a poised balance that favors long sessions without fatigue. A 14k gold nib provides an expressive feel with gentle cushioning at the point of contact, translating subtle changes in angle and pressure into a confident line. Flow is tuned for reliable starts and clean character formation across common papers, with nib options spanning extra fine to broad so you can match touch and line weight to your preferred writing style.
A cartridge/converter filling system adds practical flexibility. Swap inks quickly with cartridges or explore a broad palette with bottled inks using the included converter. The section geometry is thoughtfully shaped for stability, allowing your grip to settle in naturally and remain secure without distraction from the art above it.
AP Limited Editions has earned a dedicated following among collectors for its contemporary interpretations of urushi and maki-e, commissioning artworks that balance narrative, material beauty, and functional design. Each piece is produced in limited numbers and finished by hand, and no two examples are exactly alike due to the organic character of shell and the human cadence of lacquer work. The Aogai Deco design sits within that ethos: a considered dialogue between classical technique and 20th-century geometric aesthetics, executed as a reliable writing instrument rather than an untouchable object.
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Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
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Condition of Return: To be eligible for a refund, the item must be returned in its original condition, including all original boxes and packaging.
Restocking Fee: For used items or items missing their original packaging, a 20% restocking fee will be applied.
Refund Method: Refunds will be processed using the original form of payment.
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Refund Processing Time: Please allow up to 7 business days for the refund to be processed after we receive the returned item.
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