Montblanc - Honorè De Balzac - Fountain pen

The Montblanc Writers Edition 2013 is a prestigious limited edition dedicated to the famous French writer Honoré de Balzac. As in every Maison limited edition, even in this case the details pay homage to the personality and the work of the celebrated author. Balzac's initials are finely engraved, with a font typical of the era, on the solid 750 gold nib. The decorative rings of the pen represent the three main social classes of 19th-century France, masterfully described in La Comédie humaine: the upper ring of the cap, luxurious and adorned with gold finishes, symbolizes the 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 wear. The dark gray tones of the lacquered body, alternated 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 a genuine and the most refined homage.