Zaharoff Basileus Precious Treasure (2024 release)
“Basileus” is Greek for “king” and thus, this is a “King’s Collection.”
“Inspired by a conversation with Master Perfumer Claude Dir of MANE, I learned of an ancient oil harvested by the Himba People of Africa through sustainable, traditional methods. This discovery lead him to create not just a fragrance, but a complete sensory experience, housed in an obsidian black bottle adorned with Byzantine script and enclosed in a beautiful hand-made black box.
This story culminated in a profound journey to Namibia’s Skeleton Coast with Scents of Namibia, where I met with Himba women to present the finished creation. This encounter transformed me into something far more meaningful than a mere business transaction – it becomes a celebration of human connection and cultural preservation.
Precious Treasure combines precious ingredients from around the world, including Guatemalan cardamom, Namibian Bushman Candle, and Australian sandalwood, creating a testament to both ancient wisdom and modern perfumery. Through this journey, I discovered that the true “precious treasure” lies not in the fragrance itself, but in the authentic human connections and preserved traditions it represents.”
Top Notes: Cardamom (Guatemala), Timur Pepper (Nepal), Sichuan Pepper.
Middle Notes: Star Jasmine, Wild Freesia, Blonde Cedar (Virginia), Sustainable Bushman Candle (Namibia), Olibanum Tears (Ethiopia).
Base Notes: Tonka Bean (Brazil), Oakmoss, Sustainable Vanilla Bourbon, Ebony Wood (India), Sandalwood (Australia).
Details
- Eau de parfum
- Unisex
- 120ml
