Opium, an ancient and revered substance derived from the poppy plant, holds a nuanced place in both perfumery and magical practices.
In perfumery, natural identical recreated essence of opium is esteemed for its rich and complex aroma, weaving together floral, spicy and amber notes in a mesmerizing blend. This intoxicating scent, often employed as a base note, adds depth and allure to fragrances, evoking a sense of luxury and mystique. Opium-based perfumes, with their sensual and captivating essence, have long been cherished for their ability to enchant and seduce, making them prized creations in the world of haute couture.
However, beyond its olfactory appeal, opium carries a deep symbolic significance in magical and spiritual realms. In ancient traditions, opium was believed to possess potent properties capable of inducing altered states of consciousness and facilitating spiritual visions. Yet, its usage in magical rituals is complex and contentious, intertwined with notions of both enlightenment and peril. While some practitioners venerate opium for its purported ability to unlock hidden realms and enhance psychic abilities, others caution against its dangers, emphasizing its potential for addiction and harm.
Thus, the allure of opium transcends mere sensory indulgence, extending into the realms of mysticism and transcendence. Its aromatic allure beckons seekers of both earthly delights and spiritual enlightenment, embodying the eternal interplay between pleasure and peril, beauty and danger. As such, the use of opium in perfumery and magic continues to captivate hearts and minds, inviting contemplation of the profound mysteries woven into the fabric of existence.
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€650,00
We created this collection of scented candles inspired by incantation texts from different parts of the world. Having collected a large collection of texts, we entrusted their interpretation to probably the most famous Lithuanian silkscreen artist M. P. Vilutis.
“The hand must be a perfect instrument, automatically recreating an image that comes from the subconscious to the conscious mind. Only then is creativity a spiritual activity and not some handicraft. <…> An artist is a slave to his own artistic nature, to his ability to accumulate images that come from somewhere. He is pregnant with these images. <…> Should we try to explain incantations? No. Incantations are a mystery by itself.”
Incantation texts interpretated by M.P. Vilutis are like a unstoppable kaleidoscope of magical symbols adorning the handmade porcelain jars, each of which is marked with a unique authenticity number, which contains number of art piece, quantity of prints in an edition and number of the edition.
N.B. Incantations collection candles will be poured specially for you, so the crafting time for this collection will take up to 5-10 working days.
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€990,00
We created this collection of scented candles inspired by incantation texts from different parts of the world. Having collected a large collection of texts, we entrusted their interpretation to probably the most famous Lithuanian silkscreen artist M. P. Vilutis.
“The hand must be a perfect instrument, automatically recreating an image that comes from the subconscious to the conscious mind. Only then is creativity a spiritual activity and not some handicraft. <…> An artist is a slave to his own artistic nature, to his ability to accumulate images that come from somewhere. He is pregnant with these images. <…> Should we try to explain incantations? No. Incantations are a mystery by itself.”
Incantation texts interpretated by M.P. Vilutis are like a unstoppable kaleidoscope of magical symbols adorning the handmade porcelain jars, each of which is marked with a unique authenticity number, which contains number of art piece, quantity of prints in an edition and number of the edition.
N.B. Incantations collection candles will be poured specially for you, so the crafting time for this collection will take up to 5-10 working days.