Monolith Plus Taka-Makie Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris 巨石+-巴黎聖母院
$4,900.00
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Monolith Plus Taka-Makie Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris 巨石+-巴黎聖母院
$4,900.00
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Discover the artistry of tradition with the Cathay Pens Monolith Plus, a writing instrument that celebrates the luminous beauty of hand-finished Urushi lacquer. Crafted in Luoyang — China’s ancient capital and a renowned center of fine craftsmanship — each pen is meticulously layered and finished by master artisans using the Taka-Makie (高蒔絵) technique.
This centuries-old method involves skillfully applying layers of lacquer to create a raised, three-dimensional relief, which is then intricately detailed with gold dust and colored pigments. The result is a breathtaking depiction of the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral (巴黎聖母院). Marking an industry first, this remarkable edition pioneers the use of traditional Makie to portray a Western architectural masterpiece, capturing the majestic rose windows, gothic archways, and historic grandeur of the cathedral in exquisite, shimmering detail.
Beneath the layers of lacquer lies a base of Hei Tan Mu (黑檀木), also known as Ziguang Tan (紫光檀) — a dense and prized hardwood often referred to as “Chinese ebony.” Renowned for its deep color, exceptional hardness, and fine grain, this wood provides both structural integrity and a luxurious natural foundation for the lacquer work, enhancing the pen’s balance and durability while honoring traditional material craftsmanship.
The commanding Monolith Plus flat-top shape provides a striking silhouette that accentuates the depth and interplay of lacquer and gold, while the precision-tuned, in-house No. 8 nib delivers an effortlessly smooth writing experience.
Each pen comes housed in a walnut wood box that converts into a display case for two or three pens — a refined presentation befitting this union of craftsmanship and artistry.
The Cathay Pens Monolith Plus Notre Dame edition is more than a writing instrument — it is a tribute to the enduring harmony between Eastern tradition and Western imagination.