Writers Edition Homage to Jane Austen Limited Edition 8 Fountain Pen
C$263,500.00
Few authors in literary history have had the ability to craft dialogue and bring characters to life as elegantly, ironically and astutely as British author Jane Austen. Montblanc has created the Writers Edition Homage to Jane Austen to celebrate one of English literature’s most famous authors.
This edition transports the lover of fine writing instruments to the Regency era, when noble country estates were the scene of great parties held for the purpose of cultivating social relationships and forging marriage alliances. These balls were undoubtedly among the most exciting aspects of provincial life.
‘To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love’, Jane Austen observes in Chapter III of ‘Pride and Prejudice’, a phrase immortalised on the cap ring of the Writers Edition. As a reference to such glittering evenings, the lace trimmings on the ladies’ ball gowns inspired the delicate net pattern on cap and barrel. Woven into this is an intricate feather pattern, taking its cue from a decorative needle case given by Jane Austen to her niece, Louisa, and interpreted here as a diamond setting and hand-crafted inlays of turquoise and yellow sapphires. As a final nod to the high-society gatherings, the solid Au 750 signature gold cone is adorned with a turquoise stone cabochon as well as engraved wavy lines tracing the dance instructions for a contemporary
country dance.
Her style of writing proved popular, and the first editions of her works quickly sold out, yet nobody outside her family knew her to be the author.
Unlike with her novels, Austen confidently affirmed her identity with her personal seal on the well over 3,000 handwritten letters to friends and family she is thought to have sent. In honour of this, the writing instrument resembles a wax seal stamp, similar to the one Jane Austen would have used. On the solid Au 750 signature gold cap top, the blue lacquer inlay is crowned by the Montblanc emblem in mother-of-pearl as well as the intarsia of ‘by Jane Austen’.
Finally, the names of the five Bennet sisters in ‘Pride and Prejudice’ are immortalised on the cap top ring, together with a ruby set as a rhombus. The writing instrument’s signature gold-coated clip is every bit as unusual as its cap. Shaped like a braided cord with a drawstring closure, it resembles that of a pouch (reticule) used by genteel ladies to carry their powder, mirror and, of course, the indispensable pocket handkerchief.
A citrine stone in antique rectangle rose cut inspired by a pendent belonging to Jane Austen gives the clip the finishing touch.
The only known silhouette of Jane Austen, showing her delicate features, is immortalised on the handcrafted solid Au 750 gold bi-colour nib, while the forepart is decorated with an engraving of the author’s signature. The solid gold ring is embellished with translucent turquoise lacquer the colour of which references Austen’s favourite piece of jewellery. Strictly limited to just eight pieces, the edition honours this masterful wordsmith whose subtle wit, acute powers of observation and razor-sharp intellect continue to resonate with and inspire people all over the world.
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Few authors in literary history have had the ability to craft dialogue and bring characters to life as elegantly, ironically and astutely as British author Jane Austen. Montblanc has created the Writers Edition Homage to Jane Austen to celebrate one of English literature’s most famous authors.
This edition transports the lover of fine writing instruments to the Regency era, when noble country estates were the scene of great parties held for the purpose of cultivating social relationships and forging marriage alliances. These balls were undoubtedly among the most exciting aspects of provincial life.
‘To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love’, Jane Austen observes in Chapter III of ‘Pride and Prejudice’, a phrase immortalised on the cap ring of the Writers Edition. As a reference to such glittering evenings, the lace trimmings on the ladies’ ball gowns inspired the delicate net pattern on cap and barrel. Woven into this is an intricate feather pattern, taking its cue from a decorative needle case given by Jane Austen to her niece, Louisa, and interpreted here as a diamond setting and hand-crafted inlays of turquoise and yellow sapphires. As a final nod to the high-society gatherings, the solid Au 750 signature gold cone is adorned with a turquoise stone cabochon as well as engraved wavy lines tracing the dance instructions for a contemporary
country dance.
Her style of writing proved popular, and the first editions of her works quickly sold out, yet nobody outside her family knew her to be the author.
Unlike with her novels, Austen confidently affirmed her identity with her personal seal on the well over 3,000 handwritten letters to friends and family she is thought to have sent. In honour of this, the writing instrument resembles a wax seal stamp, similar to the one Jane Austen would have used. On the solid Au 750 signature gold cap top, the blue lacquer inlay is crowned by the Montblanc emblem in mother-of-pearl as well as the intarsia of ‘by Jane Austen’.
Finally, the names of the five Bennet sisters in ‘Pride and Prejudice’ are immortalised on the cap top ring, together with a ruby set as a rhombus. The writing instrument’s signature gold-coated clip is every bit as unusual as its cap. Shaped like a braided cord with a drawstring closure, it resembles that of a pouch (reticule) used by genteel ladies to carry their powder, mirror and, of course, the indispensable pocket handkerchief.
A citrine stone in antique rectangle rose cut inspired by a pendent belonging to Jane Austen gives the clip the finishing touch.
The only known silhouette of Jane Austen, showing her delicate features, is immortalised on the handcrafted solid Au 750 gold bi-colour nib, while the forepart is decorated with an engraving of the author’s signature. The solid gold ring is embellished with translucent turquoise lacquer the colour of which references Austen’s favourite piece of jewellery. Strictly limited to just eight pieces, the edition honours this masterful wordsmith whose subtle wit, acute powers of observation and razor-sharp intellect continue to resonate with and inspire people all over the world.
Ident No.
MB130685
Features
Clip Description
Clip yellow gold-coated, set with a Citrine
Barrel Description
Barrel made from solid Au 750 signature gold set with diamonds and precious stone inlays
Cap Description
Cap made from solid Au 750 signature gold set with diamonds and precious stone inlays
Size
M
Colour
Gold
Writing Modes
Writing Mode
Fountain pen
Nib Description
Solid Au 750 gold, bi-colour nib with special embossing
Dimensions
Physical Weight
143.2 g
Width
22.6 mm
Height
19.2 mm
Length
146.7 mm
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