The Flacon Guerlinade of 1998 was created to hold the extrait of Guerlinade, a limited-edition fragrance composed by Jean-Paul Guerlain in celebration of the house’s 170th anniversary. Produced by Pochet et du Courval, the bottle was conceived as a tribute piece, distinct from the earlier Guerlinade perfume of 1921, and firmly rooted in Guerlain’s tradition of drawing upon history and world culture for inspiration.
The design of the bottle was modeled after a bronze wine carafe that Jean-Paul Guerlain had acquired during his first travels to Tibet. Captivated by its archaic yet noble form, he adapted the vessel into what he christened the vase tibétain. Rendered in glass by Pochet et du Courval, the flacon embodied both a sense of timelessness and a worldly sophistication, connecting Guerlain’s heritage to a broader cultural dialogue. A select version of the design was also executed by Baccarat, underscoring the celebratory nature of this anniversary release.
The perfume itself was presented with equal care. Each bottle was housed in a presentation box lined with embossed parchment paper, its surface decorated with richly illustrated polychrome designs that heightened the sense of luxury and occasion. The pairing of an exotic, historically inspired flacon with a finely crafted case made the Flacon Guerlinade not just a container for perfume, but an anniversary keepsake symbolizing Guerlain’s legacy and continuity into the modern era.
Size:
- 50ml/1.7 oz - 11cm/4.33"
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