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Astier de Villatte

4.1 (251)$$$ · Expensive

Astier de Villatte has produced its distinctive milky-white ceramics from a workshop and boutique near the Louvre since the 1990s, each piece hand-poured in antique molds and intentionally imperfect. Reviewers consistently praise the craftsmanship on display, even for those just browsing rather than buying.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Ceramics are hand-poured in antique molds, each piece intentionally imperfect rather than mass-produced.
  • 2The workshop and boutique have operated near the Louvre since the 1990s.
  • 3Stocks John Derian decoupage pieces alongside its own scented candles and glassware.

💡 Good to know

  • 1Worth a look even without buying, the craftsmanship is the appeal
  • 2located a short walk from the Louvre and Palais-Royal
  • 3check out their scented candles, another well-regarded product line.

⏱️ Typical visit

20 min

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

173 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris, France · LouvreGoogleApple
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Hours

  • Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"First of all i havent bought anything but i will say that they did an amazing job on this shop. Even if you are not planning to buy something this place urges you too. Quality looks good, definatelly worth a quick peak."

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