BOULENGER

In the 19th century and at the turn of the century, Boulenger was one of the most prominent silversmiths in Paris. The company was founded in 1810 by M. Boulenger-Hautin, in its first decades operating as the Orfevrerie Hautin. When cousin Adolphe Boulenger took over the management in 1864, the name changed to A. Boulenger & Cie. From their branch at 4 rue de Vert-Bois in Paris, the company made a name for itself as an Orfevre of caliber, and in time Boulenger became a regular supplier to the French navy. In 1898 the firm was taken over by Charles Boulenger. It ranked among the finest and most distinguished Parisian silversmiths with their work being awarded several prizes at fairs and exhibitions.