Montblanc - Honorè De Balzac - Fountain pen

Montblanc Writers Edition 2013 is a prestigious limited series dedicated to the renowned French writer Honoré de Balzac. As in every limited edition from the Maison, here too the details pay homage to the personality and work of the celebrated author. Balzac's initials are finely engraved, in a period-typical font, on the solid 18-karat gold nib. The decorative rings of the pen represent the three main social classes of 19th-century France, magistrally described in The Human Comedy: the upper ring of the cap, sumptuous and embellished 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 cone of the fountain pen, in particular, recalls the pointed shoes the writer used to wear. The dark gray tones of the lacquered body, alternated with refined decorative lines on the cap, recall the author's everyday attire. Completing the tribute, Balzac's signature is elegantly engraved on the cap, making every detail of this edition a genuine and sought-after homage.