A celebration of 7 years of Pen Venture with Leonardo Urushi Essenza Nipon Sette
For seven years, Pen Venture has celebrated the passion for fine writing instruments, the artistry, the craftsmanship, and the stories that flow from each stroke of a fountain pen. To honor this milestone, we are proud to unveil a masterpiece born from patience, tradition, and vision: the Leonardo Urushi Essenza Nipon Sette, a limited edition fountain pen that encapsulates our journey and philosophy.
This special edition, limited to only 13 pieces worldwide, marks the 7th anniversary of Pen Venture. It represents a year-long collaboration between Leonardo Officina Italiana, renowned for their dedication to Italian craftsmanship, and PenTeo, the urushi artist whose meticulous hand brought this creation to life.
A Year in the Making
Every detail of the Essenza Nipon Sette tells a story of artistry, time, and purpose. Crafted over the last twelve months, this foutain pen embodies the essence of what Pen Venture has stood for since its founding: a deep appreciation for traditional craftsmanship and the enduring beauty of handwriting.
The pen’s body is adorned using the roiro urushi technique, a method that requires multiple layers of natural lacquer to be applied, polished, and cured over time. The chosen hue, aka kushi, is a rich, radiant red often referred to as “lipstick red.” With every layer, the color transforms, deepens, and captures light in an ever-changing glow.
From the hands of PenTeo, the pen emerges as more than a writing instrument, it is a statement of beauty and intention, a reflection of what happens when patience meets passion, and when art meets function.
A Design Steeped in Symbolism
Red has always been a color of vitality, creativity, and strength, qualities that have defined Pen Venture’s journey through these seven years. The bold red lacquer of the Essenza Nipon Sette is elegantly balanced by black accents on the hand-painted Roman numerals, threads, and feeder, creating a striking contrast that highlights the meticulous attention to detail.
This interplay of colors speaks of balance between tradition and innovation, between boldness and refinement. Every element of the design pays homage to the art of writing as both a personal and timeless form of expression.
At the heart of this anniversary fountain pen lies a Leonardo La Fenice #8 14k gold nib, designed to deliver an exceptionally smooth and responsive writing experience. Whether used for daily journaling, correspondence, or as part of a cherished collection, the Essenza Nipon Sette captures the pleasure of writing in its purest form.
A Legacy of Collaboration and Craftsmanship
The Essenza Nipon Sette is the latest chapter in a continuing partnership between Pen Venture and PenTeo, who has previously created exclusive urushi editions for our community: Aka Tamenuri (2022), CinqueVerde (2023), Great Void (2024), and Ignis (2025).
Each piece in this series represents a dialogue between material and maker, between lacquer, light, and life. Together, they tell a story of evolution, culminating in this seventh-anniversary edition: a quest to create the perfect red.
With only 13 pieces available, each pen is a unique work of art, signed, numbered, and crafted with precision. For collectors and writing enthusiasts alike, it stands as both a tangible piece of history and a tribute to the enduring art of urushi.
A Celebration of Seven Years
For Pen Venture, this anniversary is not just a moment to look back, it is a celebration of everyone who has been part of our story: the community of collectors, the collaborators, and the team who have shared our vision and passion for fine writing instruments.
Owning the Leonardo Urushi Essenza Nipon Sette means more than owning a fountain pen; it means holding a fragment of that shared history, seven years of growth, creativity, and dedication to the art of writing.
Each piece carries with it a reminder of what makes this world of craftsmanship so special: the human touch, the patience of process, and the belief that beauty should be experienced, not rushed.
Discover the Essenza Nipon Sette
The Leonardo Urushi Essenza Nipon Sette is now available exclusively through Pen Venture, limited to just 13 pieces. With its luminous aka kushi finish, masterful urushi artistry, and exceptional nib performance, it is destined to become a collector’s treasure and a symbol of Pen Venture’s enduring commitment to excellence.
As we celebrate seven years of Pen Venture, we invite you to join us in this moment, to rediscover the joy of writing, the allure of craftsmanship, and the timeless beauty of the fountain pen.
