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Available for immediate purchase is this long discontinued, 1940s vintage, made in France, guaranteed original and authentic, Repartee “Bouquet” (eau de cologne) splash in a generous 7-ounce (210ml) size by Lenthéric. All photos were taken in natural light at 40x magnification to best confirm overall condition. The buyer will receive the exact item pictured.

Please Note: This bottle is missing its front paper label. It can be identified as the “Boutique” variant (or daytime perfume) of Repartee via its teal Bakelite top cap with embossed bow on the top. Repartee bottles from the 1940s feature this style and color of top cap. This bottle also has an embossed patent number at the base, confirming that it is indeed from the 1940s.

Originally launched in 1938, Repartee is classified as a floral scent with a musky base. Tope notes are neroli, bergamot, peach, and orange blossom. Middle notes are rose, jasmine, cinnamon, and carnation on a base of sandalwood, musk, vanilla, and civet.

A Brief History of Lenthéric Ownership:
1795: Lenthéric established as a French millinery.
1873: Perfumes added to Lenthéric store inventory.
1885: La Parfumerie des Orchidees established by Guillaume Louis Lenthéric.
1910: Lenthéric acquired by Velsch & Holtz.
1912: Death of Guillaume Louis Lenthéric.
1920s: Lenthéric perfumes are marketed in the USA.
1924: Lenthéric is incorporated.
1942: Lenthéric becomes a subsidiary of Squibb (90% ownership).
1947: Lenthéric revenue declines.
1952: Lenthéric completely acquired by Squibb.
1990: Lenthéric purchased by Old Bond Street (owned by Wasserstein Perella & Co).
1998: Old Bond Street fails and Lenthéric is purchased by Shaneel Enterprises. Ltd.

Shipping
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