The Art of Perfumery, and Methods of Obtaining the Odors of Plants

EAU DE CHYPRE. This is an old-fashioned French perfume, presumed to be derived from the Cyperus esculentus by some, and by others to be so named after the Island of Cyprus; the article sold, however, is made thus-- Extract of musk, 1 pint. " ambergris, } " vanilla, } of each, 1/2 " " tonquin bean, } " orris, } Esprit de rose triple, 2 pints. The mixture thus formed is one of the most lasting odors that can be made. EMPRESS EUGENIE'S NOSEGAY. Extract of musk, } " vanilla, } of each, 1/4 pint. " tonquin, } " neroli, } " geranium, } " rose triple, } of each, 1/2 " " santal, }