A work by Wes Anderson is recognizable within seconds. Even in an age where technological ingenuity knows virtually no bounds, this filmmaker prefers traditional craftsmanship to digitally generated computer images. With „SCHREIBERLING,“ Anderson celebrates craftsmanship and storytelling. He drew inspiration for the design from the legendary „Baby“ fountain pens from the 1910s and 1920s from the Montblanc archive, which were among the smallest writing instruments of their time.
Anderson is no stranger to the world of Montblanc. To mark the 100th anniversary of the Maison’s iconic writing instrument, the Oscar-winning filmmaker shot the short film „100 Years of Meisterstück“ last year. A gifted storyteller with the ability to spectacularly capture the essence of words in images, Anderson lent his own unique touch to the world of Montblanc through his inimitable narrative style and distinctive visual identity. In this short film, the existence of the new writing instrument “SCHREIBERLING” was hinted at for the first time.
The „SCHREIBERLING“ Limited Edition 1969 writing instrument originates from the Montblanc universe reimagined by Anderson and, in its miniature form, combines historical design with masterful craftsmanship. It features a vibrant green and yellow lacquer finish and platinum-plated fittings. Inspired by the coral-red cap of one of the most distinctive writing instruments from the Maison’s early years, this reinterpretation of the „Baby“ fountain pen is adorned with a Montblanc emblem surrounded by coral-red precious resin. The limited edition of 1,969 pieces marks the year the filmmaker was born.
The „SCHREIBERLING“ is available as part of a writing set. It is presented in a green tin case with a coral-red lining, reminiscent of the tin toolboxes frequently seen in Anderson’s films. A notebook, a ruler, and green ink cartridges complete the writing experience with this fountain pen.
Like all Montblanc writing instruments, the “SCHREIBERLING” goes beyond pure aesthetics and tells a deeper story – just as Wes Anderson’s works go far beyond the purely visual and always reveal a sophisticated story beneath a masterfully designed surface.
