Perfume Collection

Yardley advertisement, 1962
Advertisement for the Lavender range of fragrances and bathroom products by Yardley, featuring an illustration of a pensive woman with large doe eyes. Date: 1962

Perfume advertisement for Guerlain Mitsouko
Striking advertisement for the classic Guerlain fragrance, Mitsouko, asking, " Are you her type?". Mitsouko, a fruity chypre, with floral middle notes and spice base notes

David Wright woman in short black underslip
Elegant woman with red hair, wearing a short black, semi-transparent underslip. She is sitting on the edge of her dressing table, loosening her hair

Perfume bottles, from thes Maw & Sons catalogue Date: 1903

Hamemalis Mollis (Witch Hazel)
Hamemalis (or Hamamelis) Mollis (Witch Hazel), a large shrub or small tree of the Hamamelidaceae family, native to areas of China

Trang Tien (or Truong Tien) bridge from above in Hue, Vietnam

Advert for Jean Patou perfume, 1926, Paris
Art deco advert for Jean Patou perfume, 1926, Paris Date: 1920s

Advert / Schiaparelli 1938
Schiaparelli " Shocking" - perfume, powder and lipstick

Advert for Soiree perfume as used by Lilan Davies, the opera singer, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Vega perfume by Guerlain 1937
An advertisement for the Guerlain perfume Vega. A woman resembling the statue of liberty with red lips stares out from the page. Date: 1937

Advertisement for Rigaud perfumes, featuring a semi-naked woman inhaling the aroma from a bottle of scent. 1924

Advert / 4711 Cologne Ils
4711 Eau de Cologne - perfect elegance

Maison Guerlain, Paris
Exterior of the Maison Guerlain perfume house in Paris, France

The Perfumers Costume (colour engraving)
XIR154617 The Perfumers Costume (colour engraving) by Bonnart, Nicolas (c.1646-1718); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

E W Hoyt and Co, perfume manufacturers, advertisement (chromolitho)
7154216 E W Hoyt and Co, perfume manufacturers, advertisement (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: E W Hoyt and Co, perfume manufacturers)

Coffee, Coffea arabica, close up of flower with beans forming behind

France, Provence Alps Cote d Azur, Haute Provence, Valensole Plateau, single tree and Lavender Field

Persia, 1912. Artist: Georges Barbier
Persia, 1912. Illustration from The Art of Perfume, 1912. Pochoir print

Freesia, Close up of yellow coloured flower growing outdoor.----

The Whale, c1850. Artist: Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins
The Whale, c1850. Around the main illustration of harpooning a whale and the whalers being tossed from their boat are vignettes of the uses to which the whale was put after the carcass had been cut

The idea of blue fragrance - flowers, fabric, scent, glass, credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

The Artist at Work by Fred Pegram
Colour illustration by Fred Pegram of a red-haired woman at her dressing-table, applying a mist of perfume from a bottle

A woman examining an invitation, Salon des Cent
6279920 A woman examining an invitation, Salon des Cent by Rocher, E. (fl.c.1895); (add.info.: Salon des Cent, advertisement poster); Photo © Barbara Singer

Advertisement for Nuit de Noel perfume by Caron, Paris. 1929

Advertisement, Morny Paris perfume, Essence Mysterieuse. 1918

Advert for Yardley Lavender 1932
Yardley Lavender, The lovable gift most welcome and acceptable of all delightful things at Christmas time. Date: 1932

Tosca advertisement
The illustration features a light and airy ballroom filled with balloons and dancers in costume, including, centrally, a Pierrot

Mirrored Dressing Table
A graceful & elegant woman sits on an upholstered leather chair at a stylish art deco mirrored dressing table with a bottle of scent, candlesticks & looking glass

Glass Perfume Bottle
A swinging scent spray: A scent spray which swings on a pivot is a useful and decorative novelty and an ideal last minute Christmas present. Date: 1936

Trade catalogue of womens perfume sprays 1911
Trade catalogue for Harrords department store, showing a page crystal cut glass and diamond cut perfume sprays bottles. Date: 1911

Elizabeth Arden Soaps advertisement, 1940
Advertisement for Elizabeth Arden Soaps. A little luxury a woman earned after a hard day during the Second World War. The advertisement reads

Aveu fragrance advert
Advertisement for Aveu perfume by Roger and Gallet depicting a couple in glamorous evening dress dancing intimately together. Date: 1948

A boat station at Perfume River (Huong river) near Thien Mu pagoda, Hue, Vietnam
Hue is old capital of Vietnam and a UNESCO World Heritage site

Picking orange flowers for making perfume
People picking orange flowers for the manufacture of perfume on the Cote d Azur, France. Date: circa 1905

Advert for Yardleys Lavender
Yardleys Lavender - The best loved perfume for many generations, modern youth delights in the beauty and freshness of its delightful fragrance. A 1920s woman holding up the perfume bottle. 1929

Perfuming probable prizewinners: dog show perfume, 1911
A patient Pomeranian stands on a folding chair while being squirted with perfume at the Ealing and District Canine Society dog show. Date: 1911

1950S Woman & Make-Up
A brunette woman in a pink and black spotted dress sits at her dressing table going through her beauty routine. Products include nail varnish, lipstick and perfume

Fleurs Eau De Cologne
A striking art deco label for Eau de Cologne aux Fleurs

The musk deer, 1862. Creator: Pearson
The musk deer, 1862. The true musk perfume has been brought to Europe for many years, but the animal which yields it has never yet been seen alive in this hemisphere...Musk is contained in an

Roger Moore and Cary Grant sample one of their perfumes during their visit to their perfume companys trade show at The Inn in the Park, Park Lane. 16th June 1971

Shultons, Cosmetics factory, Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, North East, England, 16th May 1990

genista monosperma, white broom
4393 White broom Genista monosperma

Magnolia, Magnolia x soulangeana Alba Superba, Pink blossoms growing outdoor on tree

durio zibethinus, durian
Durio zibethinus Durian Brown subject

Rose, Damask rose, Rosa damascena
Damask rose, Rosa damascena, with leaves and loose petals, with shadow and some soft focus

Bronze Incense Burner (Koro), Japan
This incense burner dates from around 1800 and is in the form of a Chinese boy (karako) reading a book. Karako is a Japanese term meaning Chinese child

Young woman applying perfume in front of mirror, (B&W)
black and white, photography, Smiling, Sitting, Dress, Elegant, Fashion, Old fashioned, Past, Young Adult, 20s, 25-30 Years, Women, Young Women, Adults Only, Only Women, One Person, Black hair

Perfume advertisement
3785881 Perfume advertisement; (add.info.: Perfume advertisement for Enigma. Perfume, soap, powder, parfum, savon, poudre. Egyptian style illustration. Le Theatre 1904 - Dec); Lebrecht History

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"Captivating Fragrances: A Journey Through Time and Scent" Step back in time to the enchanting Yardley advertisement of 1962, where elegance and sophistication were embodied by their exquisite perfumes. The Hamemalis Mollis (Witch Hazel) infused scent takes us on a mystical journey through nature's wonders. Transport yourself to the bustling Trang Tien bridge in Hue, Vietnam, as you catch a glimpse of its majestic beauty from above. Amidst this breathtaking view, perfume bottles glisten like precious gems, promising an olfactory experience unlike any other. Travel further back in time to Paris in 1926 with an advert for Jean Patou perfume. It captures the essence of French allure and refinement that has captivated generations. Meanwhile, Lilian Davies embraces her inner glamour with Soiree perfume - a fragrance that exudes confidence and sensuality. Witness the timeless ritual of putting on lipstick through David Wright's artistry. As she delicately applies it, her senses are heightened by the alluring aroma emanating from Schiaparelli's iconic perfume bottle from 1938. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you explore Vega perfume by Guerlain from 1937; its intoxicating blend evokes memories long forgotten yet cherished dearly. And who can resist the allure of a woman clad in a short black underslip? David Wright effortlessly captures her seductive charm while highlighting the power of fragrance to enhance one's femininity. Finally, we come across an advert for 4711 Cologne Ils - a classic cologne that has stood the test of time since its inception. Its invigorating scent leaves an indelible mark on those who wear it or encounter its captivating aura. Perfume is more than just a product; it is an embodiment of memories, emotions, and self-expression throughout history. These hints offer glimpses into different eras and cultures where fragrances have played a significant role in defining personal identity and leaving an unforgettable impression.