Constantinople, 10th Century
Constantinople, 10th Century
heady perfumeries & the Golden Horn
era: crossroads
elements: rose • sage • basil • simit sesame seeds • seawater
feel: luxe, layered & marine
intensity: medium
A tribute to a crossroads of the world for thousands of years, this candle captures a city where aromas from hundreds of perfumeries, herbal gardens, and bakeries mingle on seabreezes rolling across the seven hills. Rose is the quintessential flower of Byzantine royalty and culture, and even today rose-scented lokum, or Turkish delight, is easy to find on Istiklal Caddesi.
For fascinating reading, check out the Geoponika, a 20-volume set of agricultural best practices that was assembled in the 10th century from ancient manuscripts for Emperor Constantine VII Porphyrogenitus. To travel deeper back in time, read my New York Times story After Being Stricken by Drought, Istanbul Yields Ancient Treasure.
Details
• luxury-grade soy wax blend
• exclusive blend of premium oils
• ring-spun cotton wick
• clean burning: no toxins, parabens, phthalates, or lead
• jar: glass (8 oz. & 16 oz.), ceramic (5 oz.)
• bamboo lid
• comes in reusable cotton muslin drawstring bag for easy gifting and travel
Shipping & Returns
• free shipping over $150
• order processing time: 2-4 business days
