Virgilio, the venerable poet and Dante’s unwavering guide through Inferno and Purgatorio, embodies reason, wisdom, and the pursuit of knowledge. Always depicted in a flowing white tunic and crowned with laurel, Virgilio is now immortalized in a writing instrument that reflects his timeless elegance. The Virgilio pen features a refined acrylic resin body in shades of ivory, transitioning into hints of laurel green and touches of fire red, symbolizing wisdom and the passion for enlightenment. Adorned with bright yellow gold trims, this pen is a tribute to the poet’s noble spirit. The central ring is engraved and enameled with Virgilio’s name, a signature of his eternal legacy. The finial, a unique case for a Visconti collection, also features a refined enameling. In stark contrast to the benevolence of Virgilio, Caronte represents the inevitable passage into the unknown. As the ferryman of the Acheron, he is the herald of fate, guiding lost souls beyond the threshold of Inferno. |