Untitled - The Merchant of Venice

The Merchant of Venice is a line that
has its conceptual origins in Venice
and its history: it draws attention to
the everlasting role of the city as a
central force in the perfumery tradition
throughout the world, and it involves
different product lines based on the
ancient Republic of Venice, its refined
craftsmanship, and its centuries old
trade with the Orient.
perfume museum
The Merchant of Venice was inspired by the Perfume Museum, which
in turn now crowns the creation of the fragrance. First of its kind in Italy,
the Museum represents the focus of Mavive’s expertise and efforts,
and its completion is due to the agreement between the historic Venetian
perfume company and the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia.
In the rooms of Palazzo Mocenigo a stimulating layout will guide visitors
through multimedia didactic contents, sensory experiences, and rare,
precious objects, and will inform them of the centuries-old continuity
between the Republic of Venice and the history of perfume. Among
the numerous items available there is also a fascinating recipe book:
Secreti nobilissimi dell’arte profumatoria (1672), one of the first treatises
on modern cosmetics and now reprinted in facsimile form by Mavive
especially for this occasion.
The perfume Museum has been enriched with the opening of three new
spaces. These new spaces significantly expand the section of the palace
that is dedicated to the Perfume Museum; they encompass a:
• Perfume Laboratory, hosting courses on the composition of fragrances,
which are addressed to adults and families
• Multimedia laboratory, enabling visitors to explore the world and history
of perfumes and cosmetics;
• White Room, entirely dedicated to temporary exhibitions.
the mude
Between the Middle Ages and the early Renaissance,
the commercial system of Venice reached its maximum
splendour and prosperity, and the city became the centre
of trade between Asia and Europe. During this period, the
Venetian merchants imported spices, textiles, silks, gems,
gold, and essential oils that were then distributed throughout
Europe. The maritime trade routes were serviced by convoys
of ships (mude), mainly comprising fleets of Venetian galleys,
which imported and exported valuable goods and connected
the main trade centres of the entire Mediterranean and
Asian regions. The mude are the source of inspiration for the
entire line of The Merchant of Venice; its Murano Collection
includes six different Eau de Parfum, which suitably express
the perfect merging of olfactory refinement and beauty.
Murano
Collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
This collection of essences speaks about the long journeys from the
fascinating cities of the Orient to the enchantment of Venice, the main
destination of the ancient Mediterranean routes.
The spices, the aromas, and the rare essences were expertly selected
by merchants from among those that were most aspired and precious.
The masterly expertise of the time honoured Venetian traditions turns
an enchanted journey into a dream.
flower fusion
murano collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
Travelling often leads to the unknown. Immersed in such an adventure,
however, it is also easy to fall in love. Her wavy hair framed her face
with a rare and sophisticated sensuality. Her perfume was a refined
mélange, a rich floral bouquet. Flower Fusion makes you unforgettable:
the Damascus rose and the violet of Provence carry within them
the mysterious scents of aquatic rose and jasmine. It is a rare and luxurious
gem expressing pure femininity.
damascus rose, violet leaves of provence, narcotic jasmine, freesia,
vanilla bourbon
byzantium saffron
murano collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
According to Greek mythology, saffron is central to the legend of young Crocus
and Smilax. With the classic elegance of its amber notes, Byzantium Saffron
embraces and enriches the passion of this ancient idyllic love. These notes,
combined with Indonesian patchouli, make the perfume the olfactory
passe-partout of those who love travelling in luxury to the most intriguing
and exuberant lands.
greek red saffron, white suede accord, indonesian patchouli, crystal amber
mandarin carnival
murano collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
Sicily has the power to enchant you with its colours: its deep blue sea
and sky, fields of green, and rainbows of rich and aromatic flowers.
It is like being present at a costumed-ball.
Mandarin Carnival embodies these colours with its bursts of the citrus
freshness of the finest native mandarins and also, through the sweetness
of tamarind, it brings to mind the aura and mystique of exotic lands.
italian mandarin, malaysian tamarind, velvet peach , aquatic rose, musk
noble potion
murano collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
Describing Mediterranean beauty through olfactory sensations led me
to seek the most tactile essences. Noble Potion embodies the smooth
sensuality of the finest sandalwood and cedarwood of Lebanon, and merges
them with the citrus freshness of bergamot and orange blossoms. Its intensity
is softened by the velvety notes of violet, making the wearer both attractive
and mysterious. A true, feminine aphrodisiac.
violet, sicilian bergamot, orange flower , sandalwood, lebanese cedarwood,
musk absolute
suave petals
murano collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
I discovered that in Asia, peach blossom represents feminine beauty.
During the Chinese New Year, those who wish to find love must buy a peach
tree. The soft velvety touch of Suave Petals creates sensorial layers that lightly
grace a woman’s skin. The delicate and seductive union of white rose,
Orris of Florence, and the oriental fascination of patchouli, create an aura
of mystery.
nectarine blossom, orris of florence, white rose , indonesian patchouli,
blonde musks
asian inspirations
murano collection
eau de parfum 50 ml / 100 ml
Green is the colour signature of Nature, and of life. It is indicative of the
vibrant landscape, of regenerating matter, and of the vigour of existence.
Asian Inspirations is a simple and refine contrast between the fruity notes of
bitter orange and the spicy tones of sage. The woody signature of white cedar
merges with the scented notes of benzoin from Siam. It’s a new audacious
journey for a man to discover the unexplored scents of the most classic vetiver.
bitter orange, aromatic sage, white cedar, vetiver of java, benzoin from siam
Nobil
Homo
eau de parfum 100 ml
Nobil Homo is the men’s collection from The Merchant of Venice.
It aims to encompass the magnetic charm of Venetian noblemen.
This set of four Eau de Parfum is inspired by the trades and travels
of the ancient Venetian nobility. Each fragrance is an olfactive
masterpiece with spicy and woody notes derived from precious raw
materials founded during the ancient Venetian trade routes.
Each fragrance is contained within a precious glass which took
inspiration from the style and colours of traditional Venetian fabric.
Each fragrance sealed with a precious silver cap is the guaranteed
proposal of the highest quality of Venetian perfumery.
sultan leather
nobil homo
eau de parfum 100 ml
This intriguing fragrance immediately reveals itself in the head note,
crafted from a fine and spicy balance of saffron, pepper and nutmeg.
The heart creates an embracing and audacious feeling through the contrasting
scents of floral notes, augmented by the warmth of sandalwood and
cedarwood. The refinement of Sultan Leather fully emerges in its base note.
The masculine and persistent characters of the noble notes of this blonde
leather generate a virile and fascinating signature.
nutmeg, geranium, white sandalwood, blond leather, black musk
ottoman amber
nobil homo
eau de parfum 100 ml
This majestic and audacious composition opens with the citrus notes
of bergamot, which are then sweetened by floral touches of geranium
and plum. The original colour of the sandalwood ingredient is suggestively
mirrored in the brown tones throughout the pattern on the glass bottle.
Masterly merged with patchouli, the same ingredient gives pride
and intensity to the fragrance. The passionate combination of vanilla
with labdanum reveals the richness of Ottoman Amber, a noble fragrance
that takes its inspiration from a far-away and dream-like world.
bergamot, plum, patchouli, oud accord, labdanum, myrrh
dalmatian sage
nobil homo
eau de parfum 100 ml
Dalmatian Sage is an elegant combination of the frizzy and citrus notes
of lemon with the Mediterranean aroma of clary sage. The majesty
of vetiver emerges from the woody notes, which are exalted, in turn,
by a touch of cedarwood. This refined masculine fragrance is encased
in a unique, green decorated glass bottle.
clary sage, grapefruit, pepper, vetiver, cedarwood
esperidi water
nobil homo
eau de parfum 100 ml
The colour of amber, symbol for a refine and noble character, highlights
the new, contemporary accord of Esperidi Water, a fragrance where
the freshness of orange and lemon meets the intense sensuality of black
pepper. The heart reveals a romantic bouquet of white flowers warmed
by notes of noble woods such as cedarwood and vetiver. The base note fully
expresses the virility of the fragrance, and its touches of white musk
are exalted by the dignified elegance of the amber notes.
orange, rosemary, jasmine, amber, moss
Museum
Collection
eau de toilette 50 ml
eau de parfum concentrée 50 ml
The main line of Eau de Parfum
is accompanied by forty Eau
de Toilette, which comprise
monothematic fragrances representing
the main European and Asian raw
materials and olfactory families.
The forty Eau de Toilette are enriched
by twelve Eau de Parfum Concentrée,
carefully calibrated to guarantee a high
degree of persistence.
eau de toilette
citrus
Lemon Splash
Delirious Orange
Mandarin
Sicilian Citruses
Orange Flower
Bergamot
Pink Grapefruit
floral
Daisy Bloom
Majestic Rose
Natural Cyclamen
White Gardenia
Violet Petals
Oriental Delice
White Tea
White Musk
Light Cotton
Egyptian Linen
oriental
Black Pepper
Arabian Myrrh
Pure Leather
Black Oud
Precious Woods
Amber Crystal
floriental
Passion Fruit
Frangipani Blossom
Lily
Vanilla Orchid
Rose Oud
Indian Jasmine
Osmanthus
fougère
Blue Island
Timeless Lavender
woody
Vetiver Bourbon
Patchouli Vintage
Black Musk
Cedarwood
Spicy
Incense Mist
Wild Musk
Sandalwood
eau de parfum
concentrée
Bergamot
Majestic Rose
Oriental Delice
Vanilla Orchid
Rose Oud
Vetiver Bourbon
Pure Leather
Precious Woods
Sandalwood
Cedarwood
Spicy
Wild Musk
The
Perfumer Kit
A distinctive and commanding element of The Merchant of Venice is the
Perfumer Kit: a complete set of instruments and ingredients that affords
the possibility of translating desires into fragrances by utilising two bases
(50 ml each) and six facets (10 ml each); the facets contain different mixtures
of essences, one for each main olfactory family.
By following the manual supplied with the Perfumer Kit, users can create
their own 20 ml Eau de Toilette and bottle them in the special spray purse.
The Perfumer Kit reflects the educational value of the Perfume Museum and it
highlights the connection between the perfume, its creation, and its subsequent
uses. Aspiring perfumers can learn to distinguish the different ingredients,
and develop the capability of “listening to the emotions” that perfumes evoke
along with the memories they arouse.
The Perfumer Kit offers the possibility of creating true “olfactory signatures,”
personalised fragrances that exalt each individual personality through a mixture
of refined essences from ancient times; it encourages one to speculate on,
and dream about, the great perfumes of our times and their core ingredients.
chypre&fruity
floral&oriental
bases 50 ml: Chypre, Fruity.
facets 10 ml: Orange Flower,
Violet, Rose, Sandalwood,
White Musk, Vanilla.
bases 50 ml: Floral, Oriental.
facets 10 ml: Red Fruits, Jasmine,
White Musk, Sandalwood,
Sweet Ambery, Vanilla.
citrus&musk
woody&fougère
bases 50 ml: Citrus, Musk.
facets 10 ml: Vetiver, Patchouli,
Aromatic Notes, Rose,
Sweet Ambery, Green Notes.
bases 50 ml: Woody, Fougère.
facets 10 ml: Aromatic Notes,
Grapefruit, Spicy, Woody Ambery,
Leathery, Vetiver.
Luxury
Body Care
The Merchant of Venice line offers a large assortment of body care
and household products. The range of bath care essentials includes:
three Body Lotions and three Shower Gels whose individual scents emulate
one of the respective fragrances in the Murano Collection; a Hand Cream made
from the delicate, white flowers of the Gardenia; two perfumed moisturising
Oils made from the Morocco Rose and Patchouli; six Bath Soaps (200g)
that emulate the Eau de Parfum in the Murano Collection, and four Bath Soaps
(100g) that also emulate the Eau de Toilette in the Museum Collection.
The Secreti Nobilissimi is the luxury body care line
designed and formulated from the ancient formulae
of the Venetian perfumery art. The collection
is characterised by three different Bath Mousse,
comprising different fragrances:
bath mousse with artemisia 500 ml
bath mousse with everlasting and tamarix 500 ml
bath mousse with myrtle and lemon balm 500 ml
body lotion 200 ml
Flower Fusion
Suave Petals
Noble Potion
perfumed dry oil 100 ml
Moroccan Rose
Malaysian Patchouli
shower gel 200 ml
Mandarin Carnival
Byzantium Saffron
Asian Inspirations
hand cream 100 ml
White Gardenia
set of assorted bath soaps 3 x 200 g
set Flower Fusion, Suave Petals, Noble Potion
set Mandarin Carnival, Byzantium Saffron, Asian Inspirations
bath soap 200 g
Flower Fusion / Suave Petals / Noble Potion
Mandarin Carnival / Byzantium Saffron / Asian Inspirations
bath soap 100 g and set of assorted bath soaps 3 x 100 g
Sicilian Citruses/ White Gardenia / Sandalwood / Osmanthus
Palazzo
Home
Fragrances
The Merchant Of Venice line offers excellent products with which to scent
interiors; products such as elegant candles with gilded decorations,
a stylish spray, the delicate potpourri, a mixture of herbs, flowers, herbs
and spices, fine lavender sachets and the luxurious and exquisitely handdecorated ceramic lamps. The lamps are made exclusively for The Merchant
Of Venice by Barettoni, a prestigious Italian manufacturer located in Bassano
del Grappa, who for centuries has been creating artistic ceramics.
perfumed candle 230 g
Cachemire Wood
Orange Flowers
Amber Intense
Egyptian Linen
room fragrance spray 100 ml
Cachemire Wood
Orange Flowers
Amber Intense
Egyptian Linen
pot pourri bag 100 g
Cachemire Wood
Egyptian Linen
Amber Intense
lavender bag 100 g
handmade ceramic lamp
fragrance lamp oil 10 ml
Cachemire Wood
Orange Flowers
Amber Intense
Egyptian Linen
Murano
Art Candle
perfumed candle 230g
Murano Art Candle is an exclusive collection, that expresses
the refinement and consummate craftsmanship of the centuries-old
Venetian art of Murano glass.
These four, handmade candles are noted for their enchanting fragrances:
warm and embracing Amber, intense Cachemire wood, the open air scent
of Linen, and the freshness of Orange Flowers.
Murano
Art Candle
perfumed candle 230g
Encased in glass delicately decorated with the typical Venetian Murrine,
the candle line, Murano Art Candle, is a unique décor, ideal to give
an exclusive touch to indoor spaces. The collection is further enriched
with two candles encased in Venetian avventurina glass, exquisitely
handmade by the master glass blowers of Murano.
perfumed candle 230 g
Orange Flowers
perfumed candle 230 g
Egyptian Linen
perfumed candle 230 g
Amber Intense
perfumed candle 230 g
Cachemire Wood
flagship store
The Flagship Boutique, The Merchant of
Venice, is housed in a prestigious, ancient
chemist shop located in San Fantin, at the
heart of Venice and immediately adjacent
to the world famous opera theatre, La Fenice.
spezieria all’ercole d’oro
The Spezieria all’Ercole d’Oro at Santa Fosca
is a prestigious location housing, from
Christmas 2013, The Merchant of Venice line.
Once belonging to Giovanni Girolamo
Zanichelli, some years ago it was restored
and brought back to its original 18th century
splendour. The visitor/client can therefore
appreciate what an important apothecary
looked like at the time. The rooms were
enriched with noble woods and sculptures
and represented more than the daily activity
of a pharmacy. In fact, it was the ideal place
to purchase medicines as well as enjoying
conversations with friends and fellow citizens
about the news of the day.
museum shop palazzo mocenigo
Palazzo Mocenigo houses the line The Merchant
of Venice in a dedicated room on the ground
floor, next to the museum bookshop.
The Merchant of Venice is the official product
line of the Musei Civici di Venezia.
world of venice
marco polo airport
The corner shop in shop, open in March 2014,
is housed in the World of Venice at the Marco
Polo Airport of Venice, and it will ideally serve
a refined and international clientele.
the merchant of venice
stores
flagship store
Campo San Fantin
San Marco 1895
30124 Venezia
t. 0039 0412960559
spezieria all’ercole d’oro
Strada Nuova, Santa Fosca
Cannaregio 2233
30121 Venezia
t. 0039 041720600
museum shop
Palazzo Mocenigo
Santa Croce 1992
30135 Venezia
t. 0039 0412440207
world of venice
Aeroporto Marco Polo
viale Galileo Galilei 30/1
30173 Venezia
t. 0039 0412603881
www.themerchantofvenice.it
info@themerchantofvenice.it
to shop online visit:
shop.visitmuve.com/merchant-of-venice.html
The Merchant of Venice srl
via Altinia 298/b
30173 Venezia (Dese), Italy