Cardinal Richelieu LE40 Fountain Pen
| Release Information | |
|---|---|
| Collection | Artisan |
| Year | 2004 |
| Product Identification | |
| Medium Nib | MB35251 |
Mike's Status : Want it!
Product Features
| Cap | The cap is made of of onyx and decorated with a solid gold intarsia portrait of Cardinal Richelieu. His collar is set with 35 diamonds (~0,15 ct.). |
| Cap Top | The dome of the Académie Française forms the cap top of the edition. The emblem is made of mother-of-pearl. |
| Clip | The clip is made of Au750 solid gold. |
| Overall Design | The overall design is inspired by the Académie Française and its founder, Cardinal Richelieu. The design is enriched by the delicate pattern of olive groves, referring to the embroidered border of the uniforms of the Académie Française. The writing instrument is made of Au750 solid gold. |
| Cone | The cone is made of Au750 solid gold. |
| Nib | The Au750 gold nib is decorated with the seal of Cardinal Richelieu. |
| Limitation | The limitation refers to the members of the academy, the so called 'immortals'. |
Marketing Verbiage
Cardinal Richelieu, Louis XIII's chief minister, is described as a prelate, displaying the order of the Saint-Esprit. Richelieu was a very extroverted person and liked to take center. This is why his portrait was designed as a relief in order to emphasize his person and character. Richelieu was also popular for his patronage of the arts: most notably, he founded the Académie française, the learned society responsible for matters pertaining to the French language.
Main SKU: 35251