Montblanc Patron of Art Homage to Max von Oppenheim Limited Edition 4810 Fountain Pen

Essence: A pen shaped by the domes of Eastern mosques and the ancient reliefs of a lost civilisation — honouring the diplomat-archaeologist who brought Tell Halaf back from the dust of history.

Extremely Rare Pen

Condition: 9/10 Condition
Box and Booklet: Box Only
Limited Edition: 2368 / 4810
Ink System: Piston Filler
Nib: 18kt Gold Medium Nib

Edition & Year: Part of Montblanc's prestigious Patron of Art series, limited to 4,810 pieces worldwide.

The Pen: The barrel and cap are crafted in 925 sterling silver with pale grey lacquer inlays reminiscent of the decorative frescoes of the Middle East, while gold-plated rings recall the famous designs and reliefs from Tell Halaf. The design of the pen draws its overall form from the domes of Eastern mosques, a tribute to von Oppenheim's lifelong passion for the Orient. The rhodium-plated 18K gold nib is engraved with a Bedouin motif, reflecting von Oppenheim's years living among the Bedouin during his explorations. 

The Story: Baron Max von Oppenheim (1860–1946) was a German diplomat, explorer, and archaeologist whose seven-month journey to the Middle East in 1899 led to the discovery of the ancient settlement of Tell Halaf in northern Syria — unearthing remains of a long-lost civilisation from the prehistoric Halaf culture and the Assyrian empire. 

Why This Pen: For the collector drawn to the intersection of craftsmanship and exploration, this pen is a beautifully wrought tribute to a man who crossed continents in pursuit of a civilisation the world had forgotten.