Beautiful set of three antique metal nib boxes from the house of Blanzy Poure & Cie, an emblematic manufacturer established in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Each box features the manufacturer's famous lithographed design, richly adorned with medals and distinctions obtained at the Universal Exhibitions of the 19th century. The lids combine Belle Époque frames, gilded motifs, and celadon green typography in a highly decorative composition characteristic of the brand. The boxes contain a varied assortment of antique metal nibs, offering a beautiful glimpse into the models used for scholastic, administrative, or calligraphic writing at the end of the 19th century.
✦ Provenance: Boulogne-sur-Mer, France ✦ Estimated Period: Late 19th / Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: various sizes ✦ Material: Lithographed cardboard ✦ Contents: Mix of various nibs. ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, with visible signs of wear on the edges and rubbing on the lids, lithographs well preserved with a beautiful old patina.
A beautiful set typical of French writing supplies from the late 19th century, ideal for complementing a collection of antique nibs, stationery, or objects related to the history of writing.
