L'Origan by Coty (1905)
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Title
L'Origan by Coty (1905)
Subject
Coty Perfumes, L'Origan, Early 20th-Century Fragrance, Oriental Perfume, Historic Fragrance Innovation
Description
L'Origan, launched by François Coty in 1905, is one of the earliest examples of a modern oriental fragrance. Known for its spicy and floral notes, it set the foundation for a new perfume category. This perfume played a key role in transforming the perfume industry during the early 20th century. The old advertisement poster is included in this exhibition.
Creator
François Coty
Source
Bois de Jasmin. “Coty L’Origan and François Coty: Two Legends of Perfume History.” Bois de Jasmin, 22 June 2012, https://boisdejasmin.com/2005/11/fragrance_revie_9-3.html.
Publisher
Coty
Date
1905
Contributor
Katie Nichol, Véronique Coty
Language
English, French
Type
Physical Object
Identifier
L'Origan_Coty_1905
Citation
François Coty, “L'Origan by Coty (1905),” Omeka, accessed June 17, 2026, https://omeka.ischool.utoronto.ca/items/show/343.