Step into the splendor of 18th-century France with this "Le Deluge" Pen Blank, an exceptional pen blank that embodies the lavish world of King Louis XV. This blank takes inspiration from the king's legendary phrase, "Après moi, le déluge" (after me, the flood), a foreboding declaration that echoed his reign's indulgence and the storm that would follow.
Le Deluge brings this powerful story to life through an exquisite palette. The celestial blue serves as a tribute to the legacy of French nobility The gentle allure of rococo rose pink adds sophistication, echoing the court's refined elegance. The color-changing lavender symbolizes the transience and mystery of an era poised on the brink of transformation, shifting under different lights. A luminous gold weaves throughout, representing the king’s wealth and the splendor of Versailles. To complete the luxurious ensemble, soft ivory underscores the classic grace that defined a period of unmatched grandeur.
Every Le Deluge pen blank is an ode to the era of Louis XV, bringing with it the echoes of history’s opulence and a reminder of the flood and French Revolution that would soon follow.
