Elk - Kōno Bairei Kacho-e Notebook
Description
Unleash your creative spirit with this Elk spiral bound notebook. You're not just acquiring stationery; you're embracing a piece of Meiji-era artistry. Bairei's masterful brushstrokes dance across the kacho-e cover, bringing to life a creature poised between stillness and motion.
Observe how the elk's piercing yellow eye commands your attention, a focal point of life amidst the monochromatic palette. The delicate spotting on its coat speaks to Bairei's meticulous observation of nature, while the proud antlers reach skyward like calligraphic flourishes.
This notebook bridges centuries, fusing traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern functionality. As you pen your thoughts, you'll be inspired by the elk's quiet dignity - a reminder of nature's enduring grace in our bustling world.
The spiral binding whispers of cycles and seasons, echoing the Nihonga philosophy of harmony with nature. This isn't merely a place to jot notes; it's a portal to a world where art and utility intertwine, inviting you to infuse your daily musings with the spirit of Meiji innovation.
Information
• Ready when you are, wherever you're headed: At 6 x 8” (15.2 x 20.3cm) this wirebound notebook is the perfect size for every adventure. With 60 sheets (120 pages) of 90gsm paper that won't feather, bleed through or tear easily.
• Visions made sturdy: The strong, spiral coil binding means your pages won’t slip around or detach easily in your bag.
• Customize your creative side: Stay organized and efficient with ruled pages, or choose graph pages if drawings and diagrams are more your style.
About the Artist
Delivery & Refunds
Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
Please check the orders and shipping page for more specifics.
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Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.
2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
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Brand New, Just For You
Your new notebook will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing things people actually want.
FSC® Certified Paper
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains that captured my heart.