Clive Christian launch 1872 with limited edition artwork

by Grant Osborne, 12 March 2009

Clive Christian have launched limited edition designs of its 1872 fragrances for men and women. The artwork is based on an individual note from each fragrance - Rose de Mai from 1872 for Woman, and Clary Sage for 1872 for Men. 1,000 bottles of each fragrance are available with these designs

The fragrance was named after the founding year of the Crown Perfumery, the house on which Clive Christian Perfumes was built.

Victoria Christian told Basenotes last month the inspiration behind the artwork:

"This year sees the beginning of the exploration of this ‘invisible art’ as Clive chose one exceptional ingredient from each perfume that he felt best captured the spirit of the perfume itself;
From 1872 for Women, he chose the Rose de Mai – a rare so precious that it blooms just three weeks a year and so revered throughout the ages that it became known as the Painter’s Rose, often associated with the presence of an angel – it is this clear, open and innocent quality that represents the delicate elegance and femininity of 1872 for Women as a whole. The artwork of this ingredient has been painted using the soft pinks and peach tones of the Rose de Mai.
From 1872 for Men, Clive chose the Clary Sage herb – known as a sacred herb in the Roman Empire and administered for its invigorating and focusing properties. Emperor Nero is said to have dispersed drops through his troops before they rode into battle to bring courage and bravery to the fore – the artwork features the Roman Eagle which was the soaring image for the Roman Standard."

The fragrances, available since late last year, can be purchased from the Clive Christian website, and other Clive Christian stockists.