Moleskine Enlists Artists From Asia To Bring Flair To Its Notebooks
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Moleskine is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a flourish of artistic brilliance worth writing home about. Its latest special series, 3 Artists, 3 Countries, showcases the talents of a trio of distinguished artists from East Asia, each bringing their own cultural and creative zest to the Year of the Dragon.
Featuring the works of Chinese painter Zeng Fanzhi, South Korean typographic designer Ahn Sang-soo, and Japanese manga artist Momoko Sakura, this collection is a vibrant homage to the rich artistic heritage of the region.
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Ahn Sang-soo, celebrated for his innovative approach to typography and design, has been recognized globally for his contributions to visual communication, evidenced by his receipt of the Gutenberg Prize in 2007. His contribution to the Moleskine collection presents a Year of the Dragon notebook.
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Encased in a striking gold box, the visually stunning paper good features Ahn’s dynamic golden artwork on its cover, accompanied by themed stencils and lucky envelopes.
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The late Momoko Sakura, the mind behind the beloved manga Chibi Maruko-Chan, infuses the collection with a dose of whimsy and color.
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Her notebooks, available in bright and pastel themes, sport tactile canvas covers and are filled with 100 g/m² paper perfect for jotting down thoughts or sketching.
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Each variant also comes with themed stickers and a greeting card adorned with Sakura's charming illustrations, offering fans a personal touch of her manga magic.
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Zeng Fanzhi, a titan in the contemporary art scene, adds a layer of depth to the collection with his Year of the Dragon notebook. The colorful fabric cover showcases a detailed reproduction of Zeng’s original artwork.
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This version not only serves as a canvas for personal expression but also includes a story card and auspicious envelopes to welcome the Lunar or Chinese New Year.
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A beautiful collector’s box mimicking an oriental chest gathers all three styles into a unified celebration of Eastern tradition, with drawers revealing the individual notebooks and a soft foulard that merges the illustrations of the artists.
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Retailing individually from US$33 to US$39, or as a set for US$185 (available on Amazon for US$136.75), Moleskine’s 2024 Asian Collection offers art and organization lovers alike a piece of cultural and creative history.
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