The Soul of French Perfume

The art of perfumery is ancient, intricate, and shrouded in mystery. The Osmothèque in Versailles, in partnership with the espace Richaud, lifts the veil on some of the secrets of this millennia-old craft, in which France has distinguished itself in particular. From November 4, 2026 to February 7, 2027, discover the exhibition The Soul of French Perfume: A Journey to the Heart of Elegance and Craft. This historical exhibition takes visitors back 2,000 years, exploring the rituals and beliefs surrounding perfumes in antiquity. Offerings to the gods, medicinal virtues, fragrances for the wealthy and powerful: perfume fulfilled multiple roles. Over the centuries, the place and functions of perfumes have evolved. — Read more in The Soul of French Perfume: An Elegant Exhibition at Espace Richaud in Versailles at Sortir à Paris.