Heavenly Maidens of Dunhuang

However, although rulers of the province constantly changed, Dunhuang always served as a major crossroad of the Silk Road where people of the West and East met, and the cultures they brought flourished. Buddhist culture was one of such cultures, and it culminated in the form of the famous faces and their wall paintings and Buddhist paintings.

“Heavenly Maidens of Dunhuang” is a work inspired by wall paintings with more than 1,000 years of history. With their innocent and elegant look, the maidens dance in fine airy robes, wear colourful belts expressing the freedom of their spirits, and play musical instruments. They represent the supreme goodness, truth and beauty. Ancient people believed that the heavenly maidens were the symbol of good luck.

“Heavenly Maidens of Dunhuang” is a masterpiece created under the theme of Dunhuang culture with eternal history. The Pelikan logo on the crown, limited edition number and the artist’s signature are drawn in by hand using Maki-e techniques. “Heavenly Maidens” is limited to an edition of 88 pieces worldwide only. Each fountain pen is encased in a beautiful Japanese traditional paulownia wood pen box.