Omas Russian Empire Limited Edition Fountain Pen

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Omas Russian Empire Limited Edition Fountain Pen-9057
Omas Russian Empire Limited Edition Fountain Pen-9056
Omas Russian Empire Limited Edition Fountain Pen-9058
Omas Russian Empire Limited Edition Fountain Pen-9059

£2,000.00 excluding VAT - £1,666.67

This is one of very few OMAS Russian Empire fountain pens left for sale new, world-wide.

 

The Omas Russian Empire Limited Edition Fountain Pen is a mighty writing instrument, weighing 94 grams capped and 57 uncapped. Deep black lacquer and vermeil medallions embellish this magnificent pen.

In 1547, at the tender age of 17, Ivan the Great was proclaimed Czar (from the Latin Caesar) of All Russias. This title, which originated from a legend which recognized the imperial rights to one of his predecessors from a Byzantine Basileus, made him the first autocratic emperor and the initiator of a long period of great developments in several areas; one of the best and most significant periods being the Empire of Alexander I (1801-1825).

The pen is embellished with vermeil medallions based on the work of Count Fyodor Tolstoy, the Russian artist who served as Vice-President of the Imperial Academy of Arts for forty years between 1828 and 1868. They illustrate the patriotic war of 1812, inspired by the art of Ancient Greece and Rome. in this piece OMAS has symbolized Russia’s military strength, pride in the Motherland, the strength and character of the Russian People and Russian culture. Recalling its political importance and, using the lions at the end of the cap, its economic importance, sovereignty not disjointed by luxury and beauty. The original clip which completes this pen recalls an Egyptian divinity, a clear allusion to a fundamental style which, together with the Renaissance, especially the Italian Renaissance, and then, the Baroque period inspired the creation of superb cities and masterpieces, everlasting documents of splendour and grandeur.

Limited and Numbered Edition in Silver with Gold Treatment and Enamel: 801 Fountain Pens, because it was in 1801 that Alexander I was elected Emperor.

This is number 498. It has an 18 carat Fine gold nib, embellished with the eagle of the Czars

Omas Pens are one of the great names in Italian pen manufacturer. Since 1926 they have made luxurious pens with Italian flair and style in Bologna. There are three Icon ranges of Omas pens: the classic Arte Italiana, the elegant Bologna and the innovative 360. They also make peerless limited editions, including the William Shakespeare 450th Anniversary Limited Edition, created in association with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Proud of their craftsmanship, Omas produce virtually everything on their premises. Unfortunately, Omas ceased production in 2016. Stock is available whilst it lasts.

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