{"product_id":"visconti-vangogh-potatoeaters","title":"Van Gogh - Potato Eaters","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Visconti Van Gogh collection adds the \u003cstrong\u003eVan Gogh Potato Eaters\u003c\/strong\u003e: made from mixed resin with dark color streaks, enriched by earthy ochre and green tones. Every detail is a tribute to the depth, texture, and spirit of the painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18-faceted\u003c\/strong\u003e barrel and cap, with palladium-plated metal trims.\u003cbr\u003eCartridge\/converter filling system. \u003cstrong\u003ePersonalized nib\u003c\/strong\u003e, size #6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eContinue ▷\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Visconti Van Gogh collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Visconti Van Gogh series is the \u003cstrong\u003esecond edition\u003c\/strong\u003e dedicated to the great Dutch painter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first series\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a round cross-section and available in three sizes (\u003cstrong\u003eMaxi, Midi, and Mini\u003c\/strong\u003e), was made with a mixture of natural resins and vegetable components: launched in the late 1990s, it was \u003cstrong\u003ediscontinued in 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e after ten years of great success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe second Van Gogh series\u003c\/strong\u003e was launched in 2011 with a completely renewed identity. Its success was immediate, thanks to three distinctive elements: \u003cstrong\u003ethe regular size\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for every hand, the \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary colours\u003c\/strong\u003e - mixed and streaked, inspired by Van Gogh's brushstrokes and palette - and above all, the \u003cstrong\u003e18-faceted shape\u003c\/strong\u003e on the barrel and cap, a geometry never before achieved in the world of fine pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisconti has since selected the most representative paintings of the master and developed original color formulas to achieve a rendition that connected such different objects and techniques: acrylic resin and oil paint, pen and brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother innovative element is the \u003cstrong\u003emagnetic closure\u003c\/strong\u003e: simple, silent, and effective. Not only does it reduce the effort required to open, but the system has also been designed to facilitate closing, making it optimal for anyone - even the most distracted - and eliminating the risk of typical accidents with poorly closed screw pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach colorway in the Van Gogh series is inspired by a specific artwork. \u003cbr\u003eThe Van Gogh Potato Eaters recalls the dark, earthy tones of \u003cem\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/it.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/I_mangiatori_di_patate\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Potato Eaters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1885), one of the masterpieces of Vincent van Gogh's Dutch period, with its streaks of ochre, dark green, and deep brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Van Gogh Potato Eaters is available as a \u003cstrong\u003efountain pen\u003c\/strong\u003e (steel nib), a \u003cstrong\u003erollerball\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003eballpoint pen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThe fountain pen comes with \u003cstrong\u003e2 nib models\u003c\/strong\u003e: size#6, personalised with Van Gogh logo, or normal Visconti size #5 nib. Both are available as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFine, Medium, or Broad tip.\u003cbr\u003eThe 18-faceted resin barrel and cap are finished with palladium-plated trims. \u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efilling system\u003c\/strong\u003e is a standard international cartridge or converter (included). \u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eweight\u003c\/strong\u003e of the empty fountain pen is approximately 32g with the cap, for optimal writing balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e▷ How many facets does the Van Gogh body have?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe barrel and cap are 18-faceted, an exclusive geometry introduced by Visconti in 2011 with the second Van Gogh series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e▷ What type of cartridges does the Visconti Van Gogh use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses standard international cartridges, compatible with most brands. Alternatively, you can use the converter to fill with bottled ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e▷ Is the magnetic closure secure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The magnetic system has been designed to ensure an optimal closure every time, avoiding the typical problems of screw pens. The cap snaps precisely and does not open accidentally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e▷ What is the difference between the first and second Van Gogh series?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first series (until 2008) had a round cross-section, came in three sizes, and was made with natural resins and vegetable components. \u003cbr\u003eThe second series (from 2011) has a single size, an 18-faceted body, a magnetic closure, and streaked colors directly inspired by Van Gogh's paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e▷ Is it also available as a ballpoint pen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Van Gogh Potato Eaters is available as a fountain pen (Fine, Medium, or Broad nib), a ballpoint pen, and a rollerball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Visconti","offers":[{"title":"Fine","offer_id":57086183211273,"sku":"VKP1224FPV.F","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":57086183244041,"sku":"VKP1224FPV.M","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad","offer_id":57086183276809,"sku":"VKP1224FPV.B","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ballpoint pen","offer_id":57086183309577,"sku":"VKP1224BP.PS","price":230.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Roller","offer_id":57089463255305,"sku":"VKP1224RB.RO","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/8797\/7993\/files\/VVGPotatoStilo.jpg?v=1779554735","url":"https:\/\/www.pens.it\/en\/products\/visconti-vangogh-potatoeaters","provider":"Pens.it by Giardino Italiano","version":"1.0","type":"link"}