AP Limited Editions Urushi Lacquer Art Fountain Pen – Tidal Stone
Tidal Stone draws inspiration from weathered coastal rock, mineral surfaces, and the shifting tones found where sea and stone meet. Its layered urushi finish evokes softened grays, muted blue undertones, and the quiet texture of stone polished by water over time.
Hand-finished in traditional urushi lacquer, the pen reveals exceptional depth and movement beneath the surface. Like much of AP Limited Editions’ work, the beauty lies in subtle complexity—tones emerge differently depending on light, angle, and handling, giving the finish a living, almost geological character.
There is a sculptural calm to Tidal Stone. Its palette feels elemental and restrained, emphasizing texture, depth, and atmosphere over ornamentation. It is a pen that speaks through nuance, rewarding close attention in the way fine lacquer work often does.
Created through repeated applications of natural lacquer and hand-polishing between layers, the finish develops both visual richness and tactile warmth. The result is an object that feels equally rooted in Japanese tradition and modern minimalist design.
Fitted with a 14k gold nib, available in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, and Broad, Tidal Stone offers a writing experience designed to match the refinement of its finish. A converter filling system keeps the pen practical for everyday use while preserving classic fountain pen character.
Elegant, contemplative, and quietly dramatic, Tidal Stone is an especially compelling expression of urushi as material art—where color, texture, and craftsmanship become the subject.
Features
- Handcrafted urushi lacquer fountain pen in Tidal Stone finish
- Multi-layer lacquer construction with hand-polished depth and luster
- Inspired by coastal stone, mineral textures, and oceanic tonal shifts
- Refined minimalist design centered on material and surface
-
14k gold nib available in EF, F, M, and B
- Converter filling system
- Produced in limited quantities
