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

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3 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.

4 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.

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6 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.

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8 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.

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10 fl o w e r f u s i o n 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

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12 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

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14 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

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16 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

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18 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

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20 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

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22 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.

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24 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

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26 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

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28 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

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30 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

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32 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.

33 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

34 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.

35 chypre&fruity bases 50 ml: Chypre, Fruity. facets 10 ml: Orange Flower, Violet, Rose, Sandalwood, White Musk, Vanilla. floral&oriental bases 50 ml: Floral, Oriental. facets 10 ml: Red Fruits, Jasmine, White Musk, Sandalwood, Sweet Ambery, Vanilla. citrus&musk bases 50 ml: Citrus, Musk. facets 10 ml: Vetiver, Patchouli, Aromatic Notes, Rose, Sweet Ambery, Green Notes. woody&fougère bases 50 ml: Woody, Fougère. facets 10 ml: Aromatic Notes, Grapefruit, Spicy, Woody Ambery, Leathery, Vetiver.

36 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

37 body lotion 200 ml Flower Fusion Suave Petals Noble Potion shower gel 200 ml Mandarin Carnival Byzantium Saffron Asian Inspirations perfumed dry oil 100 ml Moroccan Rose Malaysian Patchouli 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

38 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.

39 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

40 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.

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42 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.

43 perfumed candle 230 g Orange Flowers perfumed candle 230 g Egyptian Linen perfumed candle 230 g Amber Intense perfumed candle 230 g Cachemire Wood

44 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.

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46 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.

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48 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.

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50 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.

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52 the merchant of venice stores flagship store Campo San Fantin San Marco Venezia t museum shop Palazzo Mocenigo Santa Croce Venezia t spezieria all ercole d oro Strada Nuova, Santa Fosca Cannaregio Venezia t world of venice Aeroporto Marco Polo viale Galileo Galilei 30/ Venezia t info@themerchantofvenice.it to shop online visit: shop.visitmuve.com/merchant-of-venice.html The Merchant of Venice srl via Altinia 298/b Venezia (Dese), Italy