ARTEX x National Palace Museum Heart Sutra Ballpoint Pen Gift Set - Available in 2 Colors

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958107909_74eca3a026_o.jpg Taiwanese writing instrument brand ARTEX embodies "ART Expression," a philosophy centered on diverse artistic styles. In mid-2020, while exploring artistic heritage, we encountered the "National Palace Museum," sparking a collaboration to create more beautiful artistic creations! The National Palace Museum houses the world's most extensive collection of priceless Chinese art treasures, with artifacts spanning nearly the entirety of China's five-thousand-year history. It is recognized alongside the Louvre, the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Hermitage Museum as one of the world's five premier museums. ARTEX values the expression of diverse styles, making art an integral part of everyday life. The Museum's existence allows the beauty of art to permeate our daily lives. **About the Collection and Design** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032876014_819611101c_o.jpg **"Scholars Enjoying the Evening" by Qiu Ying x "Heart Sutra" by Wen Zhengming** **Jiajing 21st Year of the Ming Dynasty (1542 AD)** Qiu Ying, a native of Taicang, Jiangsu, was renowned for his masterful reproductions of ancient works, so lifelike they could deceive even experts. He is considered one of the "Four Masters of the Ming Dynasty." Wen Zhengming, a celebrated calligrapher of the Ming Dynasty, is highly esteemed for his regular and running script, serving as a paragon of Ming calligraphy. This artwork was commissioned by Zhou Yusun of Kunshan, who asked Wen Zhengming to transcribe the Heart Sutra and Qiu Ying to illustrate the scene of scholars exchanging tea while Wen Zhengming's calligraphy of the Heart Sutra was being transcribed. **1. First, key elements of the painting are captured on the inner cover of the scripture copying book.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032997685_bb8c3dc684_o.jpg **2. The main text of the scripture pages and the etched Heart Sutra on the pen are sourced from Wen Zhengming's authentic calligraphy.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032875989_e3f528fc00_o.jpg **"A Journey of Self-Cultivation Across Time"** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031675147_2fdda9d2e8_o.jpg Copying the "Heart Sutra" is both an exercise in calligraphic skill and a form of spiritual meditation. This gift set features the authentic calligraphy of the Ming Dynasty master Wen Zhengming as a model for transcription, perfectly blending traditional and modern scripture copying artistry. The set also includes a dedicated pen and a copying/storage book, allowing you to feel the tranquil power of merging ancient and modern with every stroke, achieving inner balance and peace as you embark on a journey of self-cultivation. **"Perfect for Gifting or Personal Enjoyment"** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032877304_eee1f1918c_o.jpg **Product Contents** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032877284_e059a435bf_o.jpg ■ Set includes: 1 Heart Sutra Pen, 1 Scripture Copying Set, presented in an exquisite gift box. ■ Scripture Copying Set includes: 1 Hardcover Storage Book, 1 Heart Sutra Reproduction, 10 Sheets of Copying Paper. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031676307_363f586783_o.jpg ****This listing is for the Ballpoint Pen Gift Set (available in 2 colors). If you require the Fountain Pen Gift Set, please visit the relevant product page.**** https://www.pinkoi.com/product/UKU5ZDE8 **1. Ballpoint Pen Specifications** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031676317_b8417b0cde_o.jpg ■ Material: Brass barrel with etching craftsmanship, followed by plating and baking processes for a multi-layered finish. ■ Dimensions: Length 14 cm, Diameter 1.2 cm ■ Refill: Features a German SCHMIDT high-performance, long-lasting water-based black 0.6mm ballpoint refill. **2. Scripture Copying Set Specifications** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031676272_f14e19aeee_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032797563_e7b9c15b81_o.jpg Add to cart: ARTEX x National Palace Museum Heart Sutra Copying Paper Refills (1 pack of 10 sheets) > https://www.pinkoi.com/product/hvzKmVA9 ■ Material: Hardcover Storage Book - Royal Dutch cloth mounted on grey board with black foil stamping; Copying Paper - 150gsm selected Snow White paper. ■ Dimensions: Hardcover Storage Book - Closed dimensions 14.8 x 10.5 x 1.5 cm; Copying Paper - Unfolded dimensions 18.5 x 13 cm. **"Crafting a Smooth Writing Experience"** Whether it's a fountain pen or a ballpoint, ARTEX utilizes the world-renowned German SCHMIDT brand for its smooth ink flow and consistent quality, making it ideal for everyday writing. A significant advantage of using international standards is the ease of finding replacement refills, eliminating any hassle. They are convenient and universally compatible! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032797538_b0f6551037_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031676157_4397685edb_o.jpg **"Appreciating the Beauty of Etching Craftsmanship"** The full text of the Heart Sutra is meticulously rendered on the pen barrel through exquisite etching. Etching, a precise technique, utilizes chemical reactions to carve intricate text and patterns onto metal surfaces. The pen barrel is first coated with a protective layer resistant to etching. Then, the design for the Heart Sutra text is created through a carving process. The exposed areas are subsequently immersed in an acidic solution for precise etching. Through carefully controlled depth and detail, each character is imbued with a three-dimensional and delicate texture, showcasing a perfect fusion of craftsmanship and culture. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032876999_acfd113727_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032797488_801903ee56_o.jpg **"Twist-Open Cap, A Writing Experience Full of Ritual"** The twist-open cap, with its unique spiral texture design, offers a luxuriously smooth opening experience. You can even romantically view it as an elegant writing ritual, where twisting the cap open and closed guides you into the world of writing. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032877029_0dda87907f_o.jpg **► Should the pen cap be attached while writing?** This pen was designed considering that users have different hand sizes and may have varying preferences for writing balance. Here are our suggestions: **1 For those with smaller hands: Write without the cap, as its weight is not needed.** **2 For those with larger hands: Screw the cap back onto the pen while writing. This increases the pen's length, providing a more stable and comfortable writing experience.** Try both methods to discover your preferred writing style! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031676137_071a9b024b_o.jpg **All products and packaging are 100% Made in Taiwan, supporting local Taiwanese craftsmanship.** ARTEX inherits 30 years of design and OEM expertise, maintaining long-term, close collaborations with artisans and factories across Taiwan. All products and packaging for this collection were completed in Taiwan, encompassing pen manufacturing, screen printing, marble processing, design, production, and packaging, all brought to life by local Taiwanese craftspeople! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032797478_e2d2e9e647_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52441446035_a1ce495113_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52441516268_c229aaf141_o.jpg --- **Simply add "Please tie a ribbon" in the order notes during checkout, with no additional charge.** We will tie a beautiful ribbon around your ordered item. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52068993952_2bf2036ec3_o.jpg ★ Limited Addition - Custom Laser Engraving ★ https://www.pinkoi.com/product/bXX6RzgZ ★ Limited Addition - Personalized Wax Seal Gift Wrapping Service ★ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52070269539_f2577c48fa_o.jpg https://www.pinkoi.com/product/nVAxxDtQ ★ Limited Addition - Brand Card Set ★ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52070038851_88e3e9ff9b_o.jpg https://www.pinkoi.com/product/mxgXCL8X ★ Add to cart: Replacement Refill - ARTEX Water-Based Ballpoint Refill (German SCHMIDT brand) Black, 1 piece ★ https://www.pinkoi.com/product/Yy7fBmfD ★ Add to cart: Replacement Refill - ARTEX Water-Based Ballpoint Refill 4-piece bundle (German SCHMIDT brand) Black ★ https://www.pinkoi.com/product/NsrbJCv3