Pierrot Gourmand Lollipops

Pierrot Gourmand is an iconic French confectionery brand, most famous for inventing the flat lollipop. Founded in 1892 by Georges Evrard in Paris, the brand gained international recognition for its unique lollipops, often displayed in specialty plaster or ceramic holders like the one depicted in the image. The character 'Pierrot' is a traditional pantomime figure that became the face of the brand, symbolizing the 'gourmand' (lover of good food) spirit of the sweets.

Historically, the manufacturing was centered in France, particularly around the Corrèze region. Today, the brand is owned by the Andros Group, a major French multinational food corporation known for its jams and dairy products. Although the manufacturing process has modernized, it remains deeply rooted in French confectionery heritage, maintaining its position as a nostalgic and premium candy maker.