The prestigious Flammarion publishing house highlights the Fragonard Maison in an exceptional and historical work. A look back at one hundred years of perfume history, creations, and collections. Page after page, archival images recount the beginnings of the Grasse perfumery, its artisanal manufacturing, as well as the family behind this French “success story.” Deeply rooted in Provence, the company founded in 1926 in Grasse has become a source of inspiration for all who visit the region.
Its collections in perfumery, lifestyle, and fashion—always joyful and colorful—have become its unmistakable signature. Passionate about art from the very beginning (the Maison’s name pays tribute to the most famous French painter of the 18th century), the Costa family has built a unique cultural and artistic heritage, which it shares across seven museums between Grasse and Paris.
Embodied by the fourth generation, the company is led by Anne, Agnès, and Françoise Costa, who succeeded their father and have since continuously developed the Maison along three main axes: the high-quality artisanal production of its products, the creativity of its collections, and the acquisition of artworks. Few French houses are as prolific and eclectic! An emblematic, richly illustrated book that seals Fragonard’s centenary and opens the doors to a bright future. 263 pages – French edition.
