Houbigant Le Parfum Idéal Vintage Flacon in Original Box, 1940s – 1950s

An outstanding piece of French perfumery history awaits you with this vintage flacon and original box from Houbigant, filled with the iconic fragrance "Le Parfum Idéal." This object, estimated to be from the 1940s to 1950s, is a valuable testament to the golden age of perfumery.

The Flacon and Scent

    Flacon: The delicate glass flacon is approximately 6.5 cm high and has a capacity of about 10 ml. It is still approximately one-third full with the original perfume.

    Design: It features a characteristic, elegant brass screw cap and a well-preserved, gold-colored label bearing the brand and fragrance name.

    Presentation Box: The ensemble includes the original presentation box (approx. 10 cm), which positions the flacon on an internal plug-in pedestal—a classic staging for luxury perfumes of that time. The original packaging combined with the intact flacon makes this set a highly sought-after collector's item.

Historical Significance

    Houbigant: This is one of the oldest and most significant perfume houses in the world, founded in Paris in 1775.

    "Le Parfum Idéal": The fragrance was originally created by the visionary perfumer Paul Parquet and presented at the 1900 Paris World Exhibition. Parquet is considered the creator of the first modern Fougère fragrance, revolutionizing the industry. Although this flacon is from a later era, it represents the enduring legacy of this historical scent.

    The item shows signs of wear consistent with its age.

    Due to the age of the perfumes, no guarantee can be given for the quality of the fragrance.

    The perfumes are offered without a display.