Lancome Opalescent Glass Perfume Presentations

"Lancôme introduced "Melisande" in 1954, a stunning figural bottle shaped like a standing lady crafted from pink-tinted opalescent glass. This luxurious presentation was utilized for various perfumes and was the brainchild of Georges Delhomme.

The fragrance was "...contained in a frosted crystal bottle representing the beautiful Melisande with long hair: art object exquisitely.."

photo by Rago Arts

In 1958, to commemorate the launch of Sputnik, Lancôme unveiled two limited edition perfume presentations designed by Georges Delhomme, named "Spoutnik."

The first was a blue-tinted opalescent glass moon-faced purse flacon, created for the perfume Magie. This unique bottle design was also utilized for other Lancôme fragrances. Only 100 of these bottles were manufactured.

photo by Perfume Bottles Auctions

The second bottle took the shape of a crescent moon with a smiling face, also crafted from blue-tinted opalescent glass. It was affixed to a cobalt glass base. This design, too, was a limited edition, with only 100 examples produced, and it was utilized for various Lancôme perfumes.

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Due to their rarity and historical significance, these Lancôme perfume presentations designed by Georges Delhomme are highly sought after by collectors. Their scarcity, coupled with their unique and exquisite designs, often makes them prized items at auctions, commanding high prices from enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Collectors value such pieces not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their connection to a specific moment in history and the artistry behind their creation.