Diary of a Nose A Year in the Life of a Parfumeur

Name: Diary of a Nose A Year in the Life of a Parfumeur
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ISBN: 9780847840427

ISBN-10: 0847840425

ISBN-13: 9780847840427

Edition: N/A

Authors: Jean-Claude Ellena

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An intimate exploration of inspiration and creativity, from the "parfumeur exclusif" of the house of Hermès. A scent has incantatory powers, capable of transporting you to your past, of kindling fantasies, of creating a vivid mise en scène—literally out of thin air. In the hands of the truly great, perfume creation is a kind of alchemy. Where does inspiration for this visceral art come from? How does one capture the essence of emotions, of desire? Jean-Claude Ellena has a sublime gift. As "parfumeur exclusif" (or "the nose") for Hermès, he elevates fragrance to an art form. A "writer of perfume," his concoctions are as finely composed and evocative as a haiku. He is also a conjurer of…

Book details

List price: $24.95
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/22/2013
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 174
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.748
Language: English