Montegrappa Kitcho Snake Fountain pen black

Luxurious handmade fountain pen from Montegrappa full of hidden meanings. The creatures of kitcho are examples of ‘kissho monyo’ artistry. Each possesses its own talismanic qualities. Snake (hebi) represents vitality and good health inspired by hebi’s capacity for rebirth and survival.

A collaboration with Kyoto’s finest exponents of urushi and maki-e artistry draws from traditional beliefs about luck and prosperity. Master-painters sprinkle silver and gold over a series of exclusive compositions from an atelier that has been practising its craft since 1661. Bamboo, folding fans and vortices are among the elements brought to life through lost wax casting, vermeil and hand-enamelling.