An old box of metal nibs from the prestigious English company John Mitchell's, an iconic Birmingham manufacturer that won awards at the great universal exhibitions of the 19th century. This No. 045 version seduces with its elegant light blue geometric decor printed on the entire box, contrasting with a large dark blue and gold label adorned with imperial medallions, exhibition mentions and a particularly refined Victorian typography. The presentation recalls the luxurious Belle Époque stationery packaging intended for writers, draftsmen and calligraphers. The box still contains over a hundred old metal nibs.
✦ Provenance: John Mitchell's - Birmingham ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1900 ✦ Dimensions: approx. 6 x 4 x 2.5 cm ✦ Material: printed cardboard and metal nibs ✦ Contents: over 100 old metal nibs ✦ Condition: good overall condition with signs of age, rubbing and small dirt marks from use, old contents well preserved
The blue and gold graphics of this small advertising box make it a particularly decorative piece for an old desk, a stationery collection or a cabinet of curiosities dedicated to writing.
