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An Englishman in Grasse


The sad story of Bertrand Frères
Many of our historic companies are still successful today. This is one of the exceptions.
Jun 14, 20254 min read


Grasse and the London connection
Representation in London was essential for Grasse’s big perfumiers before the Great War
Mar 28, 20255 min read


How perfume technology shaped the town of Grasse
Few towns have been moulded by technology as much as Grasse.
Mar 8, 20257 min read


Five hidden perfumeries
Five re-purposed buildings which were once perfumeries are hidden in plain sight.
Apr 28, 20245 min read


Léon Le Bel: Grasse's 'go-to' architect
There's an extraordinary relic of Grasse's perfumeries in the 20s above the old town.
Apr 13, 20244 min read


The faces of Fragonard
The only thing in common between the perfumery and the painter is the name.
Apr 13, 20245 min read
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