Gelle Freres of Paris France, established in 1826 at 35 rue d'Argout (currently 6 avenue de l'Opera, Paris).by the brothers Augustin & Jean-Baptiste Gelle after purchase (or inheritance) of formulas and shop which previously belonged to Fargeon Jeune, descendant of perfumer Fargeon to Louis XV and Marie Antoinette. Augustin's father in law, Emile Lecaron succeeded him. The company became a major exporter and produced luxurious presentations. They were awarded many prizes and the gold medal in 1878 and 1925.
