History of Fragrance: From Cleopatra to Plague Doctors
Perfumery is an Ancient and Enduring Art Long before the invention of the automobile, electricity, or the television, there was perfume. Fragrance was everywhere in the ancient world, from scented oils used to adorn the body to incense burnt in homes and temples. Perfumes were considered magical. Fragrance has entranced humans for over 5,000 years. … Continued