Treasures at the Oldest Public Auction House in the World
As I mentioned yesterday, auctions are on my Paris itinerary. Specifically, I’m going to Hôtel Drouot and I can’t possibly begin to describe how glorious this place is so let me quote from their site:
“Drouot is the oldest public auction house in the world. A crossroads of the art market, and an inexhaustible supply of paintings, furniture and objets d’art from all periods and at all values, Drouot is a magical, ephemeral museum open to everyone. Not only can you stroll in front of the exhibition windows and consult the sales catalogues, but you can also go up close to the works, examine them, see their estimates…and perhaps acquire the object of your dreams – a thrilling experience.”
Yeah, what they said. Here’s just a little taste of the treasures you can find there.
If you’re visiting Paris, I highly recommend it. Even if you don’t buy anything, just go for the inspiration. Some of my blogging pals and I have been talking about a group trip one of these days. Would any of you be up for that?
Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris
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Oh my gosh, that blue piece is just amazing! I have the perfect place for it! I would definitely be in for a blogger trip to Paris!
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Ooh sign me up! If I can swing it financially, I’ll be there! Drouot is just amazing. The lithos in that second photo–I want them!
Hope you are having a fabulous time and are eating up a storm…
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kinda hyperventilating from seeing all those wonderful things, ally
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What a chic excursion! Hope you find some lovely European treasure!
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Thank you for sharing! This will be on my list the next time I’m in Paris.
I hope you’re having a fabulous time!! xoxo, B
This looks amazing. I admit that I am completely jealous of you! Thank you for sharing it.
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WOW! I give you permisson to bring me back anything you want from there….Haha.
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oh, i die! simply amazing. thanks so much for sharing this with all of us… living vicariously through you today!
A blogger trip to Paris…count me in! I spot so many chairs I just adore, I can’t wait to see more of your Paris trip!
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My blog is, for the moment, entirely theoretical… but I will happily come along just the same. I’ll be in Paris starting April 6… Meet me there, everyone!! You can help me pick – because left to my own devices, I’m clearing that room out. I’ll take the desks, and the pictures, and ALL the chairs…. tra la laah….
It looks like heaven! It’s been on my list of places to visit the next time I’m in Paris and your inspiring photos just moved it up in priority.
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Oh, so chic!
I’m sure you’ll find some fantastic treasure, it will be easy.
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tereza
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I have always wanted to go to Drouot!! I’ve heard only fabulous things about it!! And from your photos, it looks to be the place!1
Thank you for sharing this, Hotel Drouot looks amazing. Count me in any day for a trip to Paris.
Gorgeous pieces! I love those fabulous chest drawers! Have a lovely day, Kellie xx
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Thank you for the tips…filing it away!!!
Would love to join on that trip. Why not organize it?
That’s what a lot of people have been asking me so I’ve been thinking about it. I’ll keep you posted.
I just came upon your blog, it is amazing!!!!
I am relocating to Philadelphia with my boyfriend ( from chicago) and moving into a fabu 1800 sq ft loft. I have been perusing blogs for inspiration, and wow!!! Would i love to shop at this crazy amazing shop of shops!!!!
Love!!!
Thanks so much!!!