A face rests upon a porcelain plate, symbolizing its cloak. Gold threading illuminates and embellishes the lines, emphasizing the contours. A symbol of generosity, Il Frate (The Friar) is knowledgeable about the alchemy of the human soul and always knows how to be of help. It pairs the packs of incense sticks with the Black Stone fragrance (the incense sticks are not included in the package). Inspired by the Black Stone talisman given by the court astrologer to Catherine de' Medici, this fragrance is reminiscent of the spices used by alchemists at that time. It is the scent of discovery, capable of keeping the fire alive in every person.
La Compagnia Di Caterina is a home fragrances collection that pays homage to the history of Caterina de' Medici and her entourage. It comes from the creative genius of Designer Luca Nichetto, who reinterprets the art of the Manifattura drawing inspiration from the masks of Lucha Libre, the illustrations of Jean-Paul Goude, and graffiti art.