élysée Edition No̲ 1 Limited Edition 1992-1997
élysée created three series of writing instruments with artist designed Chinese cloisonné decoration. The series, called Vernissage, was based on the Parthenon, élysée's top pen line. The name Vernissage describes a private viewing of artworks prior to a public exhibition. The concept lends an air of exclusivity as people invited to such an event would be VIPs and wealthy patrons. The first writing instruments in the series, Edition No̲ 1, was decorated with a design by artist Karl Diesner. His stated purpose for the work was to "activate our vision." His preference was bright colors and geometric shapes, and this definitely shows in the design.
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