A flame in your hand: The new Leonardo x Pen Venture collaboration

Introducing the Leonardo - Essenza Nashiji Ignis: A limited edition fountain pen 

We are happy to introduce an exclusive creation that brings together Italian design and Japanese tradition: the Leonardo – Essenza Nashiji Ignis. This limited edition fountain pen is the result of a special collaboration between Leonardo Officina Italiana, Pen Venture and PenTeo, the urushi master behind some of our most admired releases. Only 13 pieces have been made, each marked with its individual number in red urushi and Roman numerals, making it a true collector’s item.

The Essenza Nashiji Ignis is made from premium ebonite and finished using the Nashiji-nuri urushi technique, an ancient Japanese method known for its shimmering, pear-like texture. In this technique, silver flakes are carefully applied to the surface of the pen, then sealed under multiple layers of translucent red urushi lacquer. Each layer is patiently cured under precise temperature and humidity, then hand-polished in a process that reveals a depth and glow that can only be achieved through traditional craftsmanship.

The name Ignis, Latin for “flame,” speaks to the soul of this fountain pen. Like fire, the fountain pen goes through transformation — each layer of lacquer building on the next, shaped by heat, time, and expert hands. The final result is not only a beautiful writing instrument, but a lasting symbol of care, precision, and passion.

This fountain pen continues the story of PenTeo’s exclusive urushi creations made for Pen Venture. Following the success of Aka Tamenuri (2022), CinqueVerde (2023), and Great Void (2024), the Nashiji Ignis stands out with its warm, glowing finish and subtle shimmer. It captures the balance between old-world techniques and modern design in a way few fountain pens do.

The Leonardo – Essenza Nashiji Ignis is more than just a limited edition pen. It is a rare expression of time-honored craftsmanship, made for those who value precision, patience, and meaning in every detail. ț

Now available exclusively on Pen Venture, this is your chance to own one of the 13 pieces created worldwide. A flame in your hand, built to inspire for years to come.