A rare and discontinued work by Namiki maki-e master Makoto, the Court Carriage in Wisteria (藤に御所車) is an extraordinary fountain pen that captures the elegance of Japan's Heian court era.
The composition centers on a traditional gosho-guruma (imperial ox-cart), rendered in exquisite detail alongside cascading clusters of wisteria in full bloom. The golden carriage and delicate floral motif intertwine in a composition of refined, classical Japanese beauty.
Craftsmanship
Created by Namiki maki-e master Makoto, signed work
Taka Maki-e (raised maki-e) technique — three-dimensional lacquer relief
Gosho-guruma imperial carriage and wisteria motif, inspired by Heian court aesthetics
Intricate gold powder and layered lacquer detailing
Namiki No. 20 two-tone Fuji nib (14K gold)
Discontinued — no longer in production
Court Carriage in Wisteria is an exceptionally rare collector's piece that unites centuries of Japanese maki-e tradition with the poetic imagery of the imperial court — a treasure for the discerning fountain pen collector.
