The Ritz auctions off a selection of the palace's legendary pieces

Mathieu Dubus | 9/6/24, 7:04 AM

On September 25, 26 and 27, 2024 at Artcurial, a selection of around 1,500 lots will be offered for sale. A complete ensemble reflecting the history of the Parisian showcase.

It is one of the capital's best-known luxury hotels... Right in the heart of Place Vendôme, the Ritz Paris has been championing hotel and gastronomic excellence for 125 years. Back in the day, Auguste Escoffier, "king of chefs", had a close relationship with César Ritz, the man behind the famous palace. Famous names such as Ernest Hemingway and Marcel Proust also frequented the establishment. In the kitchen, chef Michel Roth also held the reins for many years. This scattered but powerful heritage will be reflected in an auction to be held on September 25, 26 and 27, 2024.

A collection under the symbol "Universes of the Ritz Paris".

Are you a lover of fine tableware or interior design? This auction is sure to please. It will be held at Artcurial, an international auction house. You'll be able to find historic copper cookware, estimated at between 150 and 200 euros, magnum buckets and other serving trays starting at 300 euros, and a large Hemingway bar upholstered banquette worth between 1500 and 2000 euros.

On the dinnerware side, six sets, whose prices are not indicated, will be on sale:

"Camaïeu vert" and "Camaïeu pourpre", introduced in 1956 to mark the opening of the Espadon restaurant (3 toques).
"Platine" and "Impérial", the most recent, arrived on Place Vendôme for the reopening of the Ritz Paris in 2016.
"Marthe", the first service ordered by César Ritz himself for the creation of the palace that bears his name in 1898. It has been in continuous use in the hotel for 125 years.
"Ritz Club", meanwhile, was created by Jean Boggio for the Ritz Club, a festive venue open for just over 20 years between 1990 and 2012.

In addition to the three-day auction, on September 21, 23 and 24, 2024, from 11am to 6pm, a public exhibition of the items will be open to the public. An opportunity to learn more about the history of the place and the objects that forged the history of the Ritz Paris.
► Where? Artcurial, 7 rond-point des Champs-Élysées Marcel Dassault, 75008 Paris

These news might interest you

News & Events

Stephan Paroche and Justine Viano open a new chapter in Béziers

The former duo from La Table de Castigno now head up the kitchens at the Calice restaurant in Béziers. The location may have changed, but their cooking philosophy remains the same.

Read

News & Events

Cédric Grolet takes the sweet reins at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo

Cédric Grolet moves to Monaco, where he becomes Executive Pastry Chef at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo. A new gourmet address will open its doors this summer, in the heart of the legendary palace.

More information

Pastry Chef Cédric GROLET

Restaurant Restaurant Le Meurice - Alain Ducasse
75001 PARIS

News & Events

Alléno & Rivoire x Persée: the most precious Easter egg of the year

This year's Easter egg hunt could turn out to be much more successful than usual, thanks to the initiative of Alléno & Rivoire and the Persée jewelry house.

Read

News & Events

New chapter for Cap Estel with Kévin Garcia

On April 18, 2025, Kévin Garcia will take charge of the Cap Estel kitchens. A new page opens for this exceptional Côte d'Azur address, following the departure of Patrick Raingeard.

Read

News & Events

Patrick Raingeard opens a new restaurant with his son in Sclos de Contes

After thirteen years at Cap Estel, Patrick Raingeard is turning over a new leaf. At the beginning of May 2025, the 3-toque chef and his son will open Père & Fils in the hills above Nice.

Read

News & Events

Chef Éric Guérin exhibits his sketches in Arles

In Arles, Éric Guérin reveals another facet of his world. His kitchen sketches are on show at the Festival du Dessin, in a group exhibition celebrating the links between art and gastronomy.

Read