Art Nouveau at the Beaux-Arts: The Awakening of the Aqua 1900 Collection in Bourges

Art Nouveau at the Beaux-Arts: The Awakening of the Aqua 1900 Collection in Bourges

When history meets contemporary excellence, the table becomes a theater for rebirth. In Bourges, the prestigious Brasserie des Beaux-Arts—recently transformed—has chosen to elevate its new décor with our Aqua 1900 collection. This is a natural partnership between two Berry institutions sharing a taste for discreet luxury and authenticity.

An Alliance of Two Berry Heritage Icons

Located in the heart of Bourges, just steps from the Palais Jacques Cœur, the Brasserie des Beaux-Arts is more than an address; it is an institution. For its recent renovation, this emblematic establishment sought to reconnect with its Art Nouveau identity while asserting a refined modernity.

To accompany this renewal, Pillivuyt porcelain was the natural choice. Anchored in Mehun-sur-Yèvre since 1818, our manufacture is proud to support the local gastronomic scene which, like us, champions l'art de vivre à la française and the artisanal excellence of the Cher department.

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Aqua 1900: Organic Elegance Reimagined

The Aqua 1900 collection is not merely a dinnerware line; it is a journey through time. Reissued from an original archive mold dating back to 1900, it captures the very essence of the Art Nouveau movement: a tribute to the untamed beauty of nature.

Inspired by marine flora, the motif unfolds in sinuous curves and delicate scrolls. Every piece showcases the expertise of our Master Porcelain Makers, who sculpt the material to capture the fluid, organic movement of the sea.

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Two Finishes, Two Sensory Experiences

At the Brasserie des Beaux-Arts, the table becomes a tactile experience through two distinct expressions of our savoir-faire:

• The Glazed Finish: A smooth, brilliant white of incomparable purity that magnifies the motif's relief with radiant light.
• The Bisque Finish (Désémaillée): A raw, matte finish that reveals the natural texture of the porcelain, offering a unique sensory experience beneath the fingertips of the guests.

"Choosing Aqua 1900 is a commitment to 100% French manufacturing and the guarantee of a porcelain with exceptional resistance, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the world's finest brasseries."

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Pillivuyt x Brasserie des Beaux-Arts: Discreet, Enduring Luxury

Partnering with an establishment of this caliber reinforces our mission as a historic Maison in the Berry region. As an Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV), we defend a vision of gastronomy where every object has a soul, a provenance, and a story to tell.