Mitsouko is 100, however Jicky is 130. For Jicky’s birthday, Guerlain requested Senegalese artist Baye Gallo to embellish 16 bottles (there is a longer backstory on the Guerlain website for those who care to learn it). “Painted fully by hand, the bottle takes on vibrant colors and distinctive textures, trustworthy to the custom of free and profuse African artwork. Using espresso grounds – the artist’s favorite materials – provides the crystal bottle a singular reduction, a uncooked dimension that contrasts with the symbolism of its motifs. This creation is a declaration of humanity…” The 1 liter (yep) bottle is reportedly €7500.
