Shalimar Souffle de Parfum by Guerlain: launched in October 2014. Created by Thierry Wasser as limited edition a flanker scent to Shalimar.
Friday, June 27, 2014
Monday, June 16, 2014
Guerlain - Flacon Canard c1914
Guerlain Flacon Canard (Duck)
Unusual green glass bottle with bronze wings and cap. This beautiful bottle was created by Jacques Guerlain in 1914 and was limited to only 3 copies.
The bottle stands 9.5 cm tall.
Jacques Guerlain was a great art and history enthusiast, this bottle and it is certainly inspired by an antique vase of porphyry, "eagle" Suger.
This bottle was undoubtedly made for a private commission and can be considered a work of art in its own right as its implementation is realistic and exceptional.
Unusual green glass bottle with bronze wings and cap. This beautiful bottle was created by Jacques Guerlain in 1914 and was limited to only 3 copies.
The bottle stands 9.5 cm tall.
Jacques Guerlain was a great art and history enthusiast, this bottle and it is certainly inspired by an antique vase of porphyry, "eagle" Suger.
This bottle was undoubtedly made for a private commission and can be considered a work of art in its own right as its implementation is realistic and exceptional.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Rare Guerlain Flacon "Vinaigrier Ottoman" Fetches 61,065 Euros at Auction
Rare Guerlain bottle from 1912, known as the Flacon "Vinaigrier Ottoman", sold for 61,065 Euros at a 2010 auction of Rambouillet Faure, surpassed the previous Guerlain world record price for a vintage bottle which sold for 45,600 Euros, also in 2010.
Beautiful ancient amphora styled flacon, sometimes you may find this with enameled designs. Extremely rare and exceptional bottle decanter-style "Vinaigrier Ottoman" colorless glass, molded, pressed cylindrical section, the lobed bulbous belly, high funnel neck, richly decorated with polychrome painted oriental designs of stopper, painted olive red and blue, richly accented with gold, created by Pochet et du Courval. Model available at that time on special order. Still sealed with original perfume (unknown scent). Stands 21 cm tall.
Beautiful ancient amphora styled flacon, sometimes you may find this with enameled designs. Extremely rare and exceptional bottle decanter-style "Vinaigrier Ottoman" colorless glass, molded, pressed cylindrical section, the lobed bulbous belly, high funnel neck, richly decorated with polychrome painted oriental designs of stopper, painted olive red and blue, richly accented with gold, created by Pochet et du Courval. Model available at that time on special order. Still sealed with original perfume (unknown scent). Stands 21 cm tall.
Rare Guerlain Perfume Bottle Fetches 45,600 Euros
Rare Guerlain bottle from 1870, molded with "Guerlain rue de la paix", "depose" sold for 45,600 Euros at a 2010 auction of Toledano Arcachon (Gironde), deemed a "world record," by Bernard Gangler, worldwide expert in perfume bottles collection.
The bottle is given a satin finish in some areas, as well as on the stopper, given an applied patina over the satin finish.
The bottle is given a satin finish in some areas, as well as on the stopper, given an applied patina over the satin finish.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
L'Extrait de Roses pour Les Lèvres c1853
L'Extrait de Roses pour Les Lèvres by Guerlain was a liquid lip color, introduced in 1853. It was said to be a long lasting formula that stayed in place even during meals.
Friday, June 6, 2014
Double Extrait de Rose du Roi c1900
Double Extrait de Rose du Roi by Guerlain: launched around 1900.
Guerlain's Lotion Vegetale
Guerlain's Lotion Vegetale is a scented liquid hair groom to women, as well as for men's heads and facial hair. The lotion vegetale was meant to give a lustrous, healthy finish and scent to the hair as well as making it soft. It was a watery, alcohol based (approximately 87° alcohol) hair tonic, usually mixed with glycerine and other components and available in several different fragrances.
Lotion vegetale was suggested to be used by women when curling their hair, if the ends of the hair are brittle. A woman was advised to pour a few drops into the palms of the hands and then rubbed onto the dry ends of the hair before rolling them in curlers. This would help make the ringlets soft and shining.
Lotion vegetale was suggested to be used by women when curling their hair, if the ends of the hair are brittle. A woman was advised to pour a few drops into the palms of the hands and then rubbed onto the dry ends of the hair before rolling them in curlers. This would help make the ringlets soft and shining.
"Women apply Lotion Vegetale generously to the hair after a shampoo...to impart lasting scent and to stimulate the scalp. Men like it as an aftershave lotion and general grooming aid. In ten Guerlain fragrances: Liu, Shalimar, Vol de Nuit, L'Heure Bleue, Mitsouko, Jicky, Sous le Vent, Rue de la Paix, Vague Souvenir and Apres L'Ondee."
Jockey Club by Guerlain c1846
Jockey Club by Guerlain, launched by 1846, likely originated in the 1830s, aligning with the era's flourishing perfume trends. The name "Jockey Club" evokes a sense of elite sophistication and high society, drawing inspiration from prestigious horse racing clubs of the time. The term "Jockey Club" generally refers to a social club associated with horse racing, and in this context, it most likely alludes to the prestigious Epsom Downs in England or the Jockey Club of Paris, which were both renowned for their exclusivity and elegance.
The imagery associated with "Jockey Club" conjures visions of opulent gatherings, stylish horse races, and the refined ambiance of the social elite. It suggests a fragrance designed for those who enjoy luxury and high-status events, reflecting the grandeur and exclusivity of such occasions. The scent of "Jockey Club" would have been interpreted as both sophisticated and subtly robust, embodying the elegance and vigor associated with high-class racing and social circles.
During the 19th century, when "Jockey Club" was introduced, the fragrance market was burgeoning with a variety of elaborate and exotic scents. Fragrances of the time often featured complex blends of floral and spicy notes, with an increasing emphasis on the use of both natural and synthetic ingredients to enhance longevity and depth. "Jockey Club" fit within this trend, incorporating a floral bouquet enriched with animalic undertones, a combination that resonated with contemporary tastes for both freshness and warmth.
Women of the period, accustomed to the burgeoning array of sophisticated fragrances, would have found "Jockey Club" appealing for its association with prestige and luxury. The perfume's formulation, reflecting the trends of the time, would have included a blend of natural extracts and, later, synthetics, to create a scent profile that was both classic and innovative. By the late 19th century, the fragrance was reformulated in 1879, reflecting the ongoing evolution in perfumery practices and the shifting preferences of a discerning clientele.
250 Year Anniversary of Guerlain - Shalimar Flacon c1979
Special Edition created for the 250 year anniversary of the House of Guerlain in 1979. Beautiful presentation of 8.5 oz (250ml) Shalimar parfum in a Baccarat quadrilobe flacon, with interesting engraved label, and was housed in the 1940s resurrected green box with the Art Nouveau gold tracery.
