Description
Vert empire (Green Empire): this color represents the proclamation of Napoleon Bonaparte on December 2nd 1804 as the French Emperor at the cathedral Notre-Dame in Paris. Napoleon Bonaparte famously crowned himself Emperor taking the imperial crown (the laurel crown) from the hands of Pope Pie VII to put it on his head. He then crowned his wife Josephine Empress. This scene is depicted in the painting by Jacques-Louis David, Le Sacre de Napoléon (The Coronation of Napoleon). It was a tradition among the Greeks and the Romans to crown the poets and the winners with a laurel wreath. In the Middle-Ages it was also a tradition to crown the distinguished scholars at the university with a laurel wreath. J. Herbin's Vert Empire ink captures this historical significance in a sophisticated deep olive-green hue with subtle brown undertones, reminiscent of the imperial laurel wreaths. Available in both 10ml and 30ml bottles, this ink offers excellent flow characteristics and moderate drying time, making it suitable for daily writing and artistic expression. The formula provides a balanced combination of water resistance and shading potential that fountain pen enthusiasts appreciate. Each bottle features J. Herbin's distinctive design, continuing a tradition of ink-making excellence dating back to 1670, when the company was established in Paris.
Specifications
- Type: Ink Bottle
- Volume: 10ml / 30ml
- Bottle Material: Glass
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