Limited to 4810 pieces, the Montblanc Masters of Art Homage to Gustav Klimt Limited Edition 4810 pays tribute to the artist’s beginnings in the Vienna Secession. Inspired by his masterpieces Pallas Athene and The Kiss, its design incorporates elements such as swirling patterns and geometric shapes. The translucent blue lacquer and yellow gold-coated hammered metal evoke Mr. Klimt’s Golden Phase, while a synthetic green spinel symbolizes spring. The handcrafted solid gold nib bears an owl engraving, referencing both Mr. Klimt’s works and the Secession building. The Montblanc emblem adorns the cap top, crafted from precious resin.
The Montblanc Masters of Art Homage to Gustav Klimt Limited Edition 888 honors the artist’s dedication to the Vienna Secession. Inspired by his Beethoven Frieze, the pen features a relief-like solid gold overlay on the platinum-coated cap, reminiscent of lyre strings. Two-dimensional lines evoke Secession building reliefs, contrasting with platinum-coated matte surfaces. The combination of gold and platinum, along with a malachite cabochon, echoes Klimt’s luxurious aesthetic. The handcrafted gold nib bears geometric engravings akin to Mr. Klimt’s style, while the Montblanc emblem, made of mother-of-pearl and gold, crowns the edition.
The Montblanc Masters of Art Homage to Gustav Klimt Limited Edition 161, limited to 161 pieces to reflect the golden ratio, draws inspiration from Mr. Klimt’s affinity for Japanese art. Mr. Klimt’s passion for East Asian art is evident in the ornamentation, engraved on the rose gold cone and sterling silver cap. Japanese lacquering techniques create a golden aura reminiscent of The Kiss. Aventurine cabochons and a mother-of-pearl Montblanc emblem adorn the pen, while the gold nib features Phi, symbolizing the golden ratio’s proportions.
The Montblanc Masters of Art Homage to Gustav Klimt Limited Edition 97 draws inspiration from Mr. Klimt’s Golden Phase masterpieces, including the iconic portraits of Adele Bloch-Bauer and The Kiss, as well as the Stoclet Frieze. Limited to 97 pieces to honor the Vienna Secession’s birth in 1897, the edition features solid gold, lacquer, and stone inlays. The cap and barrel patterns echo Mr. Klimt’s artwork, symbolizing masculinity and femininity. A black onyx and white agate mosaic, along with a chrysoprase cabochon, pay homage to Mr. Klimt’s famous works. The gold forepart engraving reflects motifs from the Stoclet Frieze, while the owl-adorned gold nib symbolizes the Secession.
The Masters of Art Homage to Gustav Klimt Limited Edition 8 is the epitome of rarity, with only eight pieces crafted to symbolize luck in Asian cultures. Hand-engraved motifs, including a falcon from the frieze, embellish the gold cap, while the barrel transitions into a mosaic of gemstones. The gold nib reflects Mr. Klimt’s geometric style, while diamonds adorn the clip and cap top, crowned with the Montblanc emblem. This edition epitomizes luxury and artistic excellence.
Moreover, the collection features a notebook adorned with a gold-colored cover embellished with geometric patterns, accompanied by deep blue ink housed in a distinctive Montblanc glass ink bottle. Completing the ensemble are round cufflinks crafted from gold-coated hammered metal, drawing inspiration from the masterful use of gold by the renowned artist.
