100 Years of Meisterstück with Montblanc

Last week, pioneering company Montblanc celebrated the 100th anniversary of their legendary Meisterstück pen with the opening of a new exhibition: “Inspire Writing | Filmmaking”. Existing at the intersection of design, artwork, and technological innovation, luxury pen and lifestyle brand Montblanc has always prided itself on its contribution to the creative world, from its artists’ craftsmanship to the writers and innovators they have inspired. The event took place at the Montblanc Haus in Hamburg, on the set of their recent short film with Wes Anderson, which starred Jason Schwartzman and Rupert Friend alongside other prominent celebrities. The event was a captivating blend of history, artistry, and innovation, featuring live musical performances, personalised artworks, and drawing a crowd of approximately 300 guests, including luminaries from the worlds of film, art, and culture.

Paying homage to Montblanc’s legacy of inspiring writers from across the globe— including Anderson himself— the event showcased original manuscripts from Ernest Hemingway, Frida Kahlo, and Jackie Chan. Alongside artefacts from the Deutsche Kinemathek in Berlin and the Film und Fernmuseum in Hamburg, the exhibition further highlighted Anderson’s unmatched creative talent, unveiling the original set for his film with Montblanc. The playful short centred on three gentlemen debating over their favourite Montblanc pen, shot in the director’s signature style with vibrant colours, meticulous symmetry, and storybook set designs. 

Guests were invited with personalised cards hand-drawn by artist Silvie Bornhard, who designed the SLEEK invitation with a doodled cover of our last magazine issue. Among the attendees were renowned figures such as Aylin Tezel, Ludwig Trepte, and Paul Schrader, who joined to celebrate the intersection of art and innovation. Guests were treated to an immersive experience inspired by Montblanc’s High-Mountain Observatory, where vintage furniture adorned with green and yellow accents against a backdrop of picturesque mountain scenery set a whimsical tone. Throughout the evening, a live musical performance by a pianist and accompanying singer kept spirits bright while attendees enjoyed the exhibition.