Here we are again, a chance find and curiosity purchase, a Coudray that is presumably a hundred years old in a suspected Lalique bottle.
Upon arrival, with the seal still intact, which I, as much as I wanted to avoid it, unfortunately had to cut open. I drew the perfume with a syringe, pressed it through the sterile filter, and refilled it into the freshly cleaned bottle.
The result is a typical walk through the perfumes of the 1920s, which impressively colors the skin long-lastingly with the contained, highly concentrated substances; yes, IFRA was not so much of a concern back then. I am certainly pleased that such things can still be found, and that many vintage creations seemingly have no expiration date.
The top notes are of course only faintly present, but the impression of gentle neroli tones and minimal aldehyde remains.
The musk here could well be real, if my nose does not deceive me. The composition feels sensual, not too floral-opulent, mossy, woody, subtly ambery, without any sweetness or strong spice, although I am already sure, just because of the color, that saffron could also be involved.
How this treasure was composed could probably only be told by the Osmotheque or a GCMS analysis; I, for one, am delighted by this "little" time travel to the 1920s. See pictures for the version of the perfume.
Alleged composition:
Top notes: Bergamot, Neroli, and Orange Blossom.
Heart notes: Rose, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Carnation.
Base notes: Oak Moss, Leather, Labdanum, Musk, Sandalwood, and Ambergris.
let me know when you've figured it out ☺️