In 1853 pencil maker Johann Sebastian Staedtler began work on his ambition to sell pencils worldwide. Now Staedtler are the largest European manufacturer of wood cased pencils, universal pens, erasers, mechanical pencil leads and modelling clay, and are still as committed to innovation. Their stationary, art and technical drawing products make them a trusted brand for students, artists, craft hobbyists, designers, journalers and more.