ARTEX x National Palace Museum Golden Lotus Ballpoint Pen Gift Box - Available in 4 Colors

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958107909_74eca3a026_o.jpg ARTEX, a Taiwanese purveyor of fine writing instruments, centers its design philosophy on the versatile concept of "ART Expression." In mid-2020, as we explored the rich tapestry of art, we encountered the "National Palace Museum," igniting a spark for greater artistic collaboration! The National Palace Museum houses the world's most extensive collection of priceless Chinese art treasures, spanning nearly the entirety of China's five-thousand-year history. It stands alongside the Louvre, the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the State Hermitage Museum as one of the world's five premier museums. ARTEX champions a diverse range of styles, bringing art into everyday life; the Museum embodies this by infusing the beauty of art into our daily existence. **Collection and Design Insights** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53956906617_68ccbb8ff6_o.jpg **"Celadon Glazed Vase with Golden Lotus Scroll" / Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Reign (1736-1795 AD)** This vase, crafted during the seventh year of the Qianlong Emperor's reign, is a 12.4 cm tall artifact with a 3.5 cm mouth diameter and a 4.5 cm base diameter. It features a straight rim, a long neck, a rounded body, and a ring foot. This particular style of vase, with its slightly elongated neck, was known in the imperial court as a "paper mallet vase." The exterior is entirely covered in cobalt blue glaze, with decorations rendered in gold and silver pigments. The rim and shoulder are adorned with a band of scrolling cloud motifs, while the neck and body are painted with scrolling lotus flowers. The base edge and ring foot are encircled by lotus petal and scrolling vine patterns, respectively. Both the rim and the base are outlined in gold. The porcelain is thin and pure white, with white glaze applied to the interior and base, where a six-character seal script reading "Made in the Qianlong reign of the Great Qing" is inscribed in underglaze blue. For this collaboration with the National Palace Museum, we've integrated the collection piece, "Celadon Glazed Vase with Golden Lotus Scroll on White Porcelain," into our product design. Using the vase as our muse, and the pen and its stand as the medium, we've created a piece of executive stationery that carries the essence of this classic artwork. The pen is envisioned as an elegant classical vase, and the pen stand serves as a pedestal to complement it. This pairing transforms the pen into a work of art, adding a touch of brilliance to your life whether in use or on display, with thoughtful details in every aspect. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53956892882_9825200189_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958238775_61c9223d17_o.jpg **Appreciate the Exquisite Craftsmanship** From the three-dimensional hollow carving on the pen cap, the golden lotus pattern printed on the pen barrel, to the scrolling vine motifs on the gold-plated rings at the top and bottom, every element showcases exceptional craftsmanship. The pen barrel is also designed with a subtly curved, slightly bulbous profile, reflecting the pinnacle of artisanal skill. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53956893112_000a820341_o.jpg **A Substantial Feel and Comfortable Grip** ARTEX pens are crafted for a solid, substantial feel, built upon a brass metal foundation and enhanced with various design elements for a richer artistic expression. The hollow-carved pen cap of this pen is made from a tin alloy, a softer metal that is ideal for intricate carving techniques, lending the pen a sophisticated aesthetic and a pleasing weight. **A small writing tip for optimal comfort:** **We recommend removing the cap while writing. This allows you to experience the pen's balanced weight and the enhanced comfort provided by its specially designed, subtly curved barrel for a more enjoyable writing experience.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53957810281_ed0c4afc10_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958061798_dc5af63e53_o.jpg **Experience a Smooth Writing Flow** Whether fountain pens or ballpoint pens, ARTEX exclusively uses renowned German SCHMIDT components. These refills offer smooth ink flow and consistent quality, perfect for everyday writing. Furthermore, their international standard compatibility means you won't have trouble finding replacements, making refills convenient and universally accessible! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53957788881_c7eec48670_o.jpg **All Products and Packaging 100% Made in Taiwan, Supporting Local Craftsmanship** ARTEX carries forward 30 years of design and manufacturing expertise, maintaining long-term, close collaborations with artisans and factories across Taiwan. This entire collection, including the pens, screen printing, marble processing, design, manufacturing, and packaging, is proudly made in Taiwan by a dedicated team of local craftspeople! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53957788911_0b2bcf1548_o.jpg **Let Classic Art Enrich Your Life** Imagine yourself in an art gallery or museum, admiring beautiful and unique works of art that you cannot take home. Now, with an ARTEX pen, you can hold the beauty of art in your hand and bring it into your daily life. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958265515_a78f61d7fe_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53957788856_e202aa57da_o.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958107614_bd39f04017_o.jpg **Product Specifications** Discover your preferred combination through the following options: **■ Product Set Options -** 1. Classic Pen Stand Deluxe Set (Pen + Marble Pen Stand) 2. Lightweight Art Pen Set (Pen Only) **■ Writing Instrument Options -** 1. Fountain Pen 2. Ballpoint Pen **■ Color and Finish Options -** 1. Glossy Black Lacquer, Bright Gold Plating 2. Matte Blue Lacquer, Bright Gold Plating 3. Glossy Ivory White Lacquer, Rose Gold Plating 4. Matte Lavender Lacquer, Rose Gold Plating https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53957788771_2c6e80bb87_o.jpg **This is the order page for the "Classic Pen Stand Deluxe Set - Ballpoint Pen." For other specifications, please visit the relevant product pages.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958040223_a33db35e83_o.jpg **■ Material - Brass pen body with a tin alloy hollow-carved cap, finished with plating, lacquer, and screen printing for a multi-layered, intricate process.** **■ Dimensions - Length 13.4 cm, Diameter 1.4 cm** **■ Refill - Equipped with a German SCHMIDT high-performance black 0.6mm water-based ballpoint refill.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53958107499_82956c5d1c_o.jpg **■ Material - Base made from carefully selected marble sourced from Hualien, paired with an aluminum alloy pen holder, further enhanced with plating and printing.** **■ Dimensions - Length 6.9 cm; Width 6.9 cm; Height 4.8 cm** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53956931477_125c5d3eb0_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 for me" in the notes section at checkout, at no extra charge, and we will beautifully gift-wrap your order.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52068993952_2bf2036ec3_o.jpg ★ Limited Add-on: Custom Laser Engraving ★ https://www.pinkoi.com/product/bXX6RzgZ ★ Limited Add-on: Personalized Wax Seal Gift Wrapping Service ★ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52070269539_f2577c48fa_o.jpg https://www.pinkoi.com/product/nVAxxDtQ ★ Limited Add-on: Brand Card Set ★ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52070038851_88e3e9ff9b_o.jpg https://www.pinkoi.com/product/mxgXCL8X ★ Add-on Refill: ARTEX Water-Based Ballpoint Refill (German SCHMIDT Brand) Black 1 pc ★ https://www.pinkoi.com/product/Yy7fBmfD ★ Add-on Refill: ARTEX Water-Based Ballpoint Refill Bulk Pack (German SCHMIDT Brand) Black ★ https://www.pinkoi.com/product/NsrbJCv3