Fragrance notes
Top notes
saffron, black pepper, birch tar
Heart notes
incense, tobacco (absolute), Kyphi incense accord, papyrus
Base notes
myrrh, benzoin, labdanum (absolute), vetiver from Haiti, wet stone accord
Terror & Magnificence draws inspiration from the works of architect Nicholas Hawksmoor (1661-1736). Sinister buildings according to his designs are a characteristic feature in the landscape of London. Hawksmoor, known as a diabolical architect, continues to fascinate. By designing unique churches, he combined Egyptian elements with traditional church style. These astonishing architectural details, as well as the presumed membership in the Masonic lodge, have sparked speculation about the influence of occult symbolism on his work and added even more horror and grandeur to it.
Contrasting darkness with the exciting richness, perfumer Pia Long has created a lively, fragrant story about a man, his work, and his legend. Accords of Somali incense, dry wood, and wet stones blend with opium smoke, papyrus, and kyphi, enhanced by a base of Haitian vetiver, labdanum, benzoin, and myrrh.
Comment by Pia Long: I have a feeling that the scent we have just created has existed forever; as if we have summoned an ancient legend.
Kod produktu: BF012