Bottled ink

Violette Pensée (Pansy Violet): this color is also a flower from the very same name. Since Napoleon I, French pupils used violet ink color, the least expensive color. This ink was made of methyl-violet, also used to disinfect wounds. Bottle 30 ml

Cacao du Brésil (Cocoa from Brazil): a name symbol of the exotism of the South- American continent and the bitterness of cocoa bean. Bottle 30 ml

Limited Edition Candle Stand: The colour of the bronze candlesticks that take centre stage at Christmas time every year. A colour that feels like Christmas. These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto...

Rose Tendresse (Pink Tenderness): this is the rose of love and the flowers of the same name and symbol of love. The color represents the feeling of love and also tenderness shared by 2 lovers. Bottle 30 ml

Café des îles (Island Coffee): a light brown color reminder of the great coffee smell enjoyed at the terrace of a café in a far away island. Bottle 30 ml

Ambre de Birmanie (Amber from Burma): amber is a fossilized tree resin mainly used as ornaments in the jewelry industry. Worn as jewelry since Antiquity, it was simply added onto a metal chain or skillfully crafted as a pendant. Bottle 30 ml

Bleu Nuit (Night Blue): this is the darkest color after the "perle noire" ink. A color symbol of the sky at night when bursting with stars in the summertime. Bottle 30 ml

The ochre-coloured cornaline of Egypt, inspired by the precious stone, is enhanced by its silver sequins that shine with a thousand lights. It thus brings warmth and elegance to the different writings.This stone was already very popular during antiquity by the Egyptians who used it as jewelry and ornaments for the most luxurious furniture.Color: Cornaline...

Terre d’Ombre is a brown, "burnt earth" colour ink, adorned with fallow tones as well as reddish highlights. Beautifully intense, Terre d’Ombre is a sophisticated and warm writing ink. This fountain pen ink is packaged in a 50ml glass bottle, specially designed for the inks of the Jacques Herbin Collection. Bottle 50ml

08 Zabun "Zabun is the sound of the deep, blue ocean. Listen for the lapping waves as the ink flows across the paper, awakening precious memories." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto Koizumi...

05 Kurun "Kurun depicts the dance of a vine’s curling tendrils. A green that captures both vitality and a sense of calm." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto Koizumi shaped these quirky ink...

Blue radiating and deep in an intense and haunting tone. Southern blue evokes the turquoise reflections of the South Seas. This fountain pen ink is packaged in a 50ml glass bottle, specially designed for the inks of the Jacques Herbin Collection. Bottle 50ml

Larmes de Cassis (Blackcurrant Tears): this ink with a dark purple hue is the symbol of grievance and penitence (Tears). Bottle 30 ml

Bouquet d’antan (Bouquet of yesteryear): It represents a bouquet that can be found at an elderly’s house. The color is the symbol of nostalgia of the time that has gone by. Bottle 30 ml

Bouton d’or (Buttercup): this color is related to the flower of the very same name. Based on a children’s game that consist of putting the flower under one’s chin, if the latter becomes yellow it means this person likes butter. This ink has an intense and bright yellow hue. Bottle 30 ml

Bleu Azur (Azure Blue): a frank blue for a wandering mind, a dream, an escape to the seas and the Caribbean beaches. A fresh and young color, a reminder of the holidays. Bottle 30 ml

The Kyanite is bright blue pulling on turquoise. It is magnified with a silver glitter cloud for powerful and elegant writing. Since the discovery of Nepal's famous mining region, Kali Gandaki, Kyanite has been recognized as a noble mineral because of its similarities to the rich tones of sapphire.Color: Kyanite from Nepal50ml bottle

Limited Edition After Dinner: The colour of tea time after an evening meal, illuminated by the glow of candlelight. These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto Koizumi shaped these quirky ink bottles...

06 Toppuri "Look closely and you might see the stars in the night sky. Toppuri describes the comforting darkness that arrives after nightfall. A gentle colour that inspires reflection." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation...

04 Karari "Fresh like an endlessly clear sky. Karari describes a bright, cloudless day. With this blue in hand, a break in the clouds is never far away." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto...

03 Tototo "Tototo is the gentle melody of a special rosé poured in quiet company. A colour to elevate everyday life or celebrate a special occasion." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto...

02 Torori "A perfect omelette reveals its deliciously soft centre. Torori is the colour of anticipation, describing a rich consistency overflowing with flavour." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer...

Fossil resin of conifers, amber has been exploited since the bronze age and antiquity when it was assembled on jewelry. It was particularly appreciated for its beautiful translucent bronze tint. Ambre de Baltique is a very luminous ink, quasi solar when used in ink wash painting. This fountain pen ink is packaged in a 50ml glass bottle, specially designed...

Vert Amazone is at the same time an intense and luminous green, inspired by the wild shores of the great river of South America. Vert Amazone ink has a vivid tint and gives nuance when used for colour swatches. This fountain pen ink is packaged in a 50ml glass bottle, specially designed for the inks of the Jacques Herbin Collection. Bottle 50ml