Antique box of metal nibs "Bâtarde" from Blanzy Poure & Cie, with its original illustrated green label and still abundant contents. The printed decoration depicts the awards won by the manufacturer at universal exhibitions, while the black nibs, with their wide and flexible shape, were intended for fluid and expressive writing. A beautiful complete set, very decorative, emblematic of the writing world of the Belle Époque.
✦ Provenance: Blanzy Poure & Cie, Boulogne-sur-Mer, France ✦ Estimated Period: Circa 1900 ✦ Dimensions: approx. 7 x 5 x 2.5 cm ✦ Material: Printed cardboard and blackened steel ✦ Contents: Approximately 100 original nibs ✦ Condition: Good overall condition with visible signs of wear on the box, well-preserved label, beautiful complete set
A charming testament to the history of writing, perfect for an antique stationery collection or a cabinet of curiosities for the office.
