Ballpoint Pen - CHIBIEN 7 - Antique Brown
The TETZBO CHIBIEN 7 Marron Ancien is a handmade ballpoint pen with an aged brown finish that resembles the shape of a sharpened pencil. It has a compact size of 110 × 8 mm, with no cap or retractable mechanism, and is compatible with SXR-89-07 (0.7 mm) refills.
THE ETERNAL PENCIL Old Brown by Tetzbo
The “Chibien,” meaning “mini pencil,” is a ballpoint pen designed to evoke the appearance of a freshly sharpened pencil. This signature creation is the original idea of Yoshikazu Takai, founder and master blacksmith of TETZBO. Every stage of the pen’s production is meticulously carried out by hand.
- Refill: SXR-89-07 0.7mm
- Included accessory Allen key
As each item is individually handmade, please expect slight variations in the specifications or feel.
The design is non-retractable and capless. We recommend the complementary Tetzbo pen holder for desk use.
Surface patinas may develop more quickly in regions with warmer climates.
From Sculpture to Writing: YOSHIKAZU TAKAI’s Multifaceted Art
Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1952, Yoshikazu Takai represents an artistic metamorphosis spanning both disciplines and generations. Initially gaining fame as a sculptor, he expanded his influence into other fields of art and design.
Takai burst onto the art scene with a solo exhibition in 1987 at Tokyo’s prestigious Akiyama Gallery, marking the beginning of an illustrious career. Between 1987 and 1995, his successive exhibitions gained national and international recognition. His large-scale sculptures became landmarks in public spaces throughout Japan, adding a unique aesthetic touch to famous parks and plazas.
Yet change is a constant theme in Takai’s artistic endeavors. Around a decade ago, he took an unexpected turn, shifting his focus from large-scale sculptures to the nuanced world of stationery. This pivot led to the creation of his stationery brand, “TETZBO.”
Applying his distinctive artistic perspective, Takai has developed stationery items that not only tell stories but also encourage individual creativity. Each “TETZBO” piece bears the imprint of his sculptural journey while venturing into new artistic territories.
By making this bold transition, Yoshikazu Takai demonstrated that artistic expression is not limited to a single medium. His transformation from renowned sculptor to inventive stationery creator illustrates his ability to reinvent himself while retaining the emotional depth and complexity that characterize his work.
Today, he remains an enduring source of inspiration, asserting that a true artist is one who constantly evolves, innovates, and continually captivates.
Features
- Dimensions
- H110 × Ø8 mm
- Weight
- 28 g
- Material
- Brass
- Color
- Brown
- Origin
- Japan
- Manufacturing
- Artisanal
Crafted in Tokyo, piece by piece
Yoshikazu Takai, a sculptor born in 1952 in Hyogo Prefecture, makes each TETZBO pen in his workshop in Tachikawa, Tokyo. Every step is done by hand: no piece is quite identical to another. It's intentional.
TETZBO EXPERTISE
What makes these pens unique
The work of the hand
Every manufacturing step is carried out by hand by Yoshikazu Takai. No industrial series, a gesture repeated piece after piece.
Le Chibien, metal pencil
The signature creation mimics a small freshly sharpened pencil, made of solid brass. Chibien means mini pencil.
Brass and iron
Unrefined base metals that darken and polish over time with handling.
No identical parts
Shapes, grooves, and finishes vary slightly from one piece to another. Your pen is truly one of a kind.
Repairable, rechargeable
The refills are standard Mitsubishi Jetstream references, and an Allen key is supplied with some models, such as the Chibien.
A master, a signature
Yoshikazu Takai makes it himself. Buying a TETZBO means receiving the work of a single pair of hands.