A rare and lovely box of metal nibs from the house of Mangin & Reumont, located on rue Saint-Martin in Paris. This model with a vivid red background features a highly decorative typographic composition combining Belle Époque frames, gilded arabesques, and an advertising banner. The mention "Extra Cémentées" refers to the heat treatment of the nibs, designed to improve their resistance and writing flexibility. The box contains an interesting mix of old nibs of various brands and shapes, offering a true glimpse into the models used in schools, offices, and writing workshops of the late 19th century.
✦ Provenance: Paris, France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1890-1905 ✦ Dimensions: approx. 7 × 5 × 2 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed cardboard ✦ Contents: Mix of various old metal nibs ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, wear and rubbing from use on the edges, lithography well preserved with rich colors.
A beautiful box typical of Parisian writing supplies from the Belle Époque, ideal for complementing a collection of old nibs, stationery, or objects related to the history of writing.
