Jack Griffin Report post Posted August 24, 2010 I saw this video on the Perroquet thread. Damn. Has anyone thought of making repros of these? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Derrick Report post Posted August 24, 2010 Damn...that's one sweet Brouille! I want one!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob fritz Report post Posted August 24, 2010 Yeah Scott, I saw that video on another thread, I would definitely want one. Did you try to google it ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Robinson Report post Posted August 24, 2010 I drew up a prototype of a handblown glass version several years ago. No one I found wanted to try to make it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted August 24, 2010 Someone who makes jewelry could do this. It would be fairly easy to do in brass, then perhaps our pal Rob could do the nickel plating.... Brian, I'd be happy to take a copy of those drawings and try to find someone to make a few samples. Hmm we could have a marketable item here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clement Arnoux (Aggelos) Report post Posted August 25, 2010 I saw this video on the Perroquet thread. Damn. Has anyone thought of making repros of these? Well, as far as I know there is a serious discussion about a repro, the current status is : - maker found - owner (one of the 4/5) willing to help found, but has not yet provided enough information - broker found Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted August 25, 2010 -Customers found Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
techdiver Report post Posted August 25, 2010 Bill, isn't a bit too big for your glass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clement Arnoux (Aggelos) Report post Posted August 25, 2010 It's not very big. I heard that the original does not fit on everything, not even on an etched cordon or some pontarlier with a large cup Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted August 25, 2010 Bill, isn't a bit too big for your glass. Not my Absomphesized™ glasses. Bill would fit in those perfectly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted August 25, 2010 I have detailed photos and close-ups of this brouille. I am meeting with a designer today to see if a modern version inspired by this (but not an exact copy) can be affordably made out of nickel-plated brass. If this person can help me, I'd consider making 6 or so for people who want a completely handmade funtional art piece. I'll keep you posted. EDIT: I had a meeting a friend who is a brilliant metalworker and jewelry designer. He can wax sculpt and make this in solid silver. He is going to work up a price after he thinks about this a bit more. I would modify it so there are no legs, and go a bit wider on the base so it could be used with a wider variety of glasses, by resting on top of the rim rather than inside it. This is similar to the glass brouille that is currently being marketed. The rest could be done in an almost exact match. Any thoughts, ideas, or interest? It sure won't be cheap, but we're talking a handmade piece of art. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mgs Report post Posted August 25, 2010 please add me to your list of possible buyers..... thanks !!! - Marcelo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pt447 Report post Posted August 25, 2010 I would purchase one of these without a doubt! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted August 26, 2010 It seems an esteemed friend an member here is involved in just such a project, so I am stepping back for now until I know more about it. I may still produce a modern version based on this in solid silver or stainless, so as not to step on this gentleman's toes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harry Report post Posted March 6, 2011 was the repro ever made for the market? where can i get one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted March 6, 2011 Nope...I simply fell so in love with the antiques, that I decided not to pursue this. Too many guitars to make anyway! Hopefully at some point the project i heard about will come to pass, and repros will be be available. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harry Report post Posted March 7, 2011 scott, please let us know when they become available....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted March 7, 2011 I won't know any more about it than you! We'll all have to just wait and see...They are amazing little gizmos aren't they! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clement Arnoux (Aggelos) Report post Posted March 7, 2011 I will. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harry Report post Posted March 7, 2011 Clement, we will all be awaiting to hear from you then............. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cinquantenaire Report post Posted September 28, 2013 I am also interested in one of these if they are made--so, add me to the list! Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clement Arnoux (Aggelos) Report post Posted October 6, 2013 So far, the only thing I know is that the project is approaching maturity. But AFAIK, reproducing the exact Brouille would be far too expensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clement Arnoux (Aggelos) Report post Posted November 14, 2013 Something tells me that a look to Vert d'Absinthe's facebook account is in order... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted November 14, 2013 Something tells me you should link it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ilion Report post Posted November 18, 2013 I believe this is what you're looking for: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151714541016196&set=a.159081486195.130633.135794126195&type=1&theater Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted November 18, 2013 Thanks. Looks very cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Georges Meliès Report post Posted November 18, 2013 I like! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted November 18, 2013 Clément, It's a lovely homage to the original extremely rare Bloch, which thanks to you, I was privileged to enjoy in July. I believe there are only 3 or 4 examples in the world? Luc, if you see this, nice job; rather than copy it, you honored it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Georges Meliès Report post Posted November 18, 2013 I agree with you Scott -- I appreciate the fact that it's an homage rather than a replica. It's beautifully rendered. I expect these will sell like hotcakes. I know I'll be first in line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clement Arnoux (Aggelos) Report post Posted November 19, 2013 Clément, It's a lovely homage to the original extremely rare Bloch, which thanks to you, I was privileged to enjoy in July. I believe there are only 3 or 4 examples in the world? Luc, if you see this, nice job; rather than copy it, you honored it! Correct. 4 or 5 known and owned actually. There may be more out there, who knows, but its "prototype" status is quite clear, so they must be scarce. I agree with you Scott -- I appreciate the fact that it's an homage rather than a replica. It's beautifully rendered. I expect these will sell like hotcakes. I know I'll be first in line. Nope you'll have to wait I call dibbs :p Actually they've been erring for a while. They tried to reproduce something close initially, but it proved hard, expensive, and yes, "too close". I have seen several prototypes (even one with a see saw), hand made by Sebastien from Vert d'Absinthe, and you could even see one of them in their shop at a time. They told me about this version, but I discovered it quite at the same time as you all Very nice work indeed, I need to have one to sit next to its elder Share this post Link to post Share on other sites