This outstanding instrument pays tribute to perhaps the greatest figure of 20th century cinema, Charlie Chaplin. Chaplin’s classic character, the Little Tramp, became an emblem of the indomitable spirit of humanity, comically beset by adversity, but never defeated. Even many years after his death, Charlie Chaplin has not lost any of his popularity to the present day.
Sir Charles Spencer “Charlie” Chaplin (1889-1977) was an English comic actor and filmmaker who rose the fame in the silent film era. Chaplin became a worldwide icon through his screen persona, “the Tramp” and is considered one of the most important figures of the film industry. His career spanned over 75 years from his childhood in the Victorian era until close to his death at the age of 88. Chaplin’s life was encompassed by controversy for his high-profile public and private life. Associated with left-wing politics, Chaplin ultimately was forced to resettle in Europe.
In 1915 the world was war-torn from world war I and Charlie Chaplin brought them the most important gift, laughter. He continued to inspire laughter and relief through the Great Depression and the rise of Adolph Hitler. Charlie Chaplin wasn’t just a comedic genius, composer, or film director, he was an iconic individual who gave something special to humanity when they truly needed it most.
The Charlie Chaplin Skeleton Pen, highly detailed in mix of solid 18K White Gold, Titanium, with skeleton design accented by eight small Diamonds.
Montblanc produced the Charlie Chaplin commemorative pen to honor one of his most popular film, “Modern Times” (1936). The comedy focuses on Chaplin’s inability to escape a highly mechanized factory, an apropos commentary on whether technology truly advances our lives. The pen’s turning cog-wheels in 18K solid white gold reflect the film’s dystopian setting.
The intricate details has been designed to signify Chaplin’s persona: the barrel and cone suggest his baggy trousers. The rounded end of the cap resembles his legendary bowler hat and the clip in solid 18K white gold is made in the shape of his famous cane that followed Charlie Chaplin in his first and most acclaimed silent films.
The intricate cog-wheels suggest the machines and machination featured in the film. Each cog-wheel is set with a brilliant-cut white diamond (0.18ct) and the cap-top is set with a luminous mother-of-pearl Montblanc star. The Medium 18K rhodium-plated gold nib is engraved with Chaplin’s iconic accoutrements.
Launch 2007
Limitation:
Fountain Pens 88
