PHOTO FEATURE
FOUNTAINS OF WISDOM
The fountain pen has been
mass-produced since the first
half of the 19th century.
Throughout the 20th century,
the design underwent a number
of innovations, including the
use of replaceable and refillable
ink cartridges, while materials
used range from plastic, metal
and wood. Today, fountain pens
have undergone a resurgence
as people rediscover their
classic beauty – with sales
increasing, particularly in the
prestige category.