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Parker Duofold Lb2 Kimono Artist Proof Makie Pen MintClassic pens is known for pushing the boundaries of pen design, blending japanese mastery and western sensibilities in original and exciting maki-e works. The lb2 kimono epitomizes this philosophy. The lb2 kimono comprises 100 fountain pen duets in complimentary colors. The green theme pen is named shinrin (forest) while the orange-brown theme pen is sakyu (desert). The maki-e technique employed is togidashi. The artist paints the urushi color lacquers, then sprays fine gold dust on the cap, barrel and section of the pen. He rubs and burnishes the urushi lacquer to reveal the design and to impart a lustrous shimmer. Lb2 kimono shinrin & sakyu. The maki-e design is enhanced with horizontal high relief rings. The artist paints these with urushi lacquer, then spreads gold or silver powder on alternating rings. He paints more lacquer and finally polishes to a lustrous finish. The rings impart a unique and pleasant tactile fele to the pen. Lb2 kimono sakyu. Every lb2 ikmono pen carries the prestigious red seal signature of the artist tatsuya todo on the pen barrel. He paints the individual limited edition number of each pen on the abrrel end. Highlights of sakyu and shinrin showing the red seal signatures nad horizontal rings. The artist tatsuya todo is one of the younger maki-e masters in japan. He has been awarded many highly coveted prizes for the excellence of hsi work. Classic pens and tatsuya tood have had a fruitful working relationship since 2001. The artist has painted several novel designs for classic pens which are part of the ls and al signature collections of maki-e art pens. The duofold is one of the most celebrated fountain pen modles of all time. The lb2 kimono series is official, the pens caryr the parker duofold warranty and after sales service. The maki-e work carries the guarantee of classic pens. Traditional maki-e art mostly represents scenes of lfora and fauna, or themes of eastern culture. Classic pens maki-e designs have often focused on geometry, color, texture and the highest levels of artistry and skill. The lb2 kimono is faithful to this tradition. More than that, it is a novel idea, an original design. A variety of unique artist proofs were created by classic pens and the maki-e master tatsuya todo to establish the novel design and select two color schemes for the lb2 kimono series. Some of these atrist proofs are unique and exquisite works of art. Below is a photo of four such kimono artist proofs. Artist proofs in a variety of color schemeswe are offering for sale one of these unique works. It is the blue, cream and brown color scheme, third frmo the left.The header photo of this auction highlights this particular artist proof which is for sale. The pen is mint, unused and it is fitted with the parker duofold centennial 18k two-tone nib in medium. It is official and carries the parker duofold warranty and after sales service as well as the classic pens guarantee. It is housed in the kimono packaging and it is accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by andreas lambrou confirming this kimono artist proof is official and unique. The list prcie of the lb2 kimono maki-e pens shinrin (forest) and sakyu (desert) is $2,950 each. The series compirsed 100 duets. We are offering the kimono unique artist proof in blue, cream and brown color scheme with no reserve. This maki-e art pen will enhance your quality pen collection adn can become a faithful friend for everyday writing. Good luck. |
