Normally the watch companies are the ones who release the finest books documenting the history and heritage of their brands. Though it wasn’t until recently when confronted with the history of iconic french trunk maker Goyard that I realized just how exceptional a company archive book can be.
In releasing the book, Goyard partnered with the storied Parisian publisher Devambez to release 233 editions, which will each set you back a healthy sum of 6000€ (not including shipping or VAT tax or any customization that you do to the case). The 233 number is symbolic because it is the address of the original Goyard store on rue Saint-Honoré in Paris. Each book is painstakingly made by hand by the finest artisans in France and comes in its own individually numbered, fully custom Goyard case.
The book contains a massive amount of documents and images from Goyard’s nearly 160 year history. I was completely enamored with the old catalog images and historical travel photos that are included. It all comes together to make the book a true working reference of Goyard and so much more than just a collectible item. I was told that Pierre Tzenkoff, who runs Devambez, spent more than eight years combing the archives and working on making this book. The results are easy to see and much easier to appreciate.
There are some books still available, though only through special order. The way to go about this would be to schedule a meeting with Pierre Tzenkoff (through the Devambez website) so he can walk you through the process of making this book and the history of Goyard. It is a personal process very much serving the spirit of the publication.
It should also be said that a handful of books have also been donated to major libraries around the world –so everyone, regardless of bank balance, can see first hand a book like no other on earth.
Michael–Inspiring post. Many meaningful details, nothing spared–in this incredible brand book. Thanks for sharing with us. Andy
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They’ve had some of this stuff up, the historical photos/drawings, at the Barney’s go yard shop in shop setup. Pretty cool shit.
Awesome
Two hundred thirty-three editions only ?
Amazing piece of art.
Could be way more expensive.
@giles, instead of wasting your time looking at this materialistic posting, go spend some of your money and feed them
Amazing! What a great way to tell the story of an historic brand.