Montblanc - Honorè De Balzac - Fountain pen

The Montblanc Writers Edition 2013 is a prestigious limited series dedicated to the celebrated French writer Honoré de Balzac. As in every Maison limited edition, in this case too the details pay tribute to the author’s personality and body of work. Balzac's initials are finely engraved, in a typographic style typical of the era, on the 750 solid gold nib. The decorative rings of the pen 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 central 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 his style. The cone of the fountain pen, in particular, evokes the pointed-toe shoes the writer was accustomed to wearing. The dark gray tones of the lacquered body, alternating with refined decorative lines on the cap, recall 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 sought-after homage.