What
is "MAKIE"?
URUSHI
lacquer is the sap extracted from the URUSHI tree, a deciduous tree of the
sumac family. This special tree grows only in South East Asia, China,
Korea
and
Japan
. URUSHI lacquer is one of the most
durable natural adhesives. The strong adhesive properties of wet lacquer
facilitate the decoration of the pen's surface. "MAKIE" is a
special technique of sprinkling powder on URUSHI lacquer. It was developed
in
Japan
during the
NARA
period (7th century) and was handed down
through generations.
Special
Limited Edition
The
Waterman Serenite Makie "The Kirin" is a special limited edition
of only 120 pieces. The artist's name and the pen's serial number are marked
on each individual piece using the "MAKIE" technique. This truly
adds to the special edition's rarity, and makes each piece an ideal
collector's item. The Waterman Serenite, with its gracefully curved form,
reminiscent of quill pens, blends well with the Japanese traditional art of
"MAKIE", making a truly special collector's edition.
Design
theme: "The
Kirin
"
The
Kirin
is one of the 4 Gods from ancient
Chinese mythology. It is a kindhearted beast, known as the
"benevolence beast" (a beast with sympathy) and is a symbol of
consideration in
China
. The
Kirin
was created from the bodies of four
animals. It has the foot of a horse, the body of a deer, the head of a
wolf and the tail of a cow. With this special limited edition writing
instrument, the power of the
Kirin
is yours.
