Montblanc - Honorè De Balzac - Ballpoint pen

Montblanc's Writers Edition 2013 is a prestigious limited series dedicated to the famous French writer Honoré de Balzac. As in every Maison limited edition, in this case too the details pay homage to the author’s personality and work celebrated. Balzac’s initials are finely engraved, with a typeface typical of the era, on the solid 18-karat gold nib. The pen’s decorative rings represent the three main French social classes of the 19th century, masterfully described in La Comédie humaine: the upper ring of the cap, sumptuous and adorned with gold finishes, symbolizes nobility; the middle ring represents the bourgeoisie, while the simple ring placed on the cone alludes to the less affluent classes. The design and shape of the pen reflect Balzac’s imposing figure and style. The fountain pen’s cone, in particular, recalls the pointed shoes the writer was accustomed to wearing. The dark gray tones of the lacquer body, alternating with refined decorative lines on the cap, evoke the author’s everyday attire. To complete the tribute, Balzac’s signature is elegantly engraved on the cap, making every detail of this edition an authentic and refined homage.