3 Montblanc Luxury Pens Inspired By The Great Wall Of China

Words by Deanna Cheah

January 29, 2021

Cover Montblanc pays tribute to the Great Wall of China

Montblanc High Artistry pays tribute to the one of the seven wonders of the world in the shape limited edition writing instruments

Montblanc never fails to indulge us with their stunning limited edition pens that are veritable works of art. Its latest High Artistry collection puts the spotlight on the longest man-made monument and China's national symbol, the Great Wall Of China, which was built during the Ming Dynasty.

Montblanc High Artistry Tribute to the Great Wall Limited Edition 1 Imperial

Above Montblanc High Artistry Tribute to the Great Wall Limited Edition 1 Imperial

The first pen in this collection features an Au750 solid yellow gold cap and barrel encrusted with sapphires, rubies, tourmalines, and diamonds to create a striking colour combination of yellow, red, blue, and turquoise. Inspired by the traditional artworks of the Ming dynasty, this fountain pen is decorated with a Chinese guardian lion, revered as a symbol of protection in the Chinese culture.

Montblanc High Artistry Tribute to the Great Wall Limited Edition 5 Imperial

Above Montblanc High Artistry Tribute to the Great Wall Limited Edition 5 Imperial

Reimagining calligraphy is this colourful number inspired by the brightly painted Ming-era vases. A unique feature of the fountain pen is the squirrel hair calligraphy brush coated with a translucent lacquer at the other end of the instrument. The revolving barrel ring made from Kalahari jasper is engraved with the legendary tale of the brick that holds the wall together.

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Montblanc High Artistry Tribute to the Great Wall Limited Edition 88

Above Montblanc High Artistry Tribute to the Great Wall Limited Edition 88

Inspired by the armour of the warriors that defended the Chinese empire - This pen is designed with a solid white gold clip with black Chinese symbols embedded in a red lacquer inlay. The hand-lacquered cone mimics the appearance of a calligraphy brush while the Kalahari jasper barrel is engraved with the tale of the beacon towers.

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