Pilot Namiki Yukari Fuku-roku-ju 2019 Limited Edition Maki-e 100th Anniversary

The Pilot Namiki Yukari Fuku-roku-ju belongs to the Seven Gods of Good Fortune Collection created for Pilot's 100th anniversary. Fuku-roku-ju comes from Chinese Taoist tradition and is regarded as an incarnation of the South Pole star. Pilot explains his name through three Taoist virtues: Fuku represents many descendants, Roku health and Ju longevity. Today he is also revered as a god of personal virtue and esteem.

The motif executed by Masahiro shows Fuku-roku-ju with his characteristic high domed head, long beard and large earlobes. He holds a jewel in his right hand. A crane and a turtle bring him his important cane and scroll, creating a scene in which he expresses gratitude for their help.

The individually released edition appeared in 2019 and is limited to 150 fountain pens worldwide. It is distinct from the complete Seven Gods anniversary set, of which only 25 sets were made. The brass body is finished with Urushi lacquer and Togidashi Taka Maki-e. The size 10 nib is made of 18 karat gold and carries the anniversary design. The original presentation includes an exclusive wooden box, a 50 ml bottle of limited Fuku-roku-ju ink, an Inden leather case, six black cartridges, documentation, artist card, polishing cloth and serial number plate.