‘PALLAS ATHENE,’ a cornerstone fragrance of the Argos Artist Series I, is a tribute to both the divine and the artistic. This perfume is inspired by the 1898 oil painting of Pallas Athena by Gustav Klimt, a visionary artist known for his role as a founding member and president of the Wiener Secession, a group that championed artistic freedom and innovation. Klimt's portrayal of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, just causes, strength, courage, warfare, and the arts, is nothing short of spellbinding. According to mythology, Athena was born fully armed from Zeus's head, symbolizing her embodiment of wisdom and war. Klimt's canvas captures Athena in her full glory, with the aegis and the golden head of Medusa, signifying protection and strength. In her right hand, she holds Nuda Veritas, or the 'naked truth,' while the background narrates the epic battle between Hercules and Triton, adding layers of mythological narrative and symbolism.
The ‘PALLAS ATHENE’ fragrance is designed to encapsulate the essence of Klimt's masterpiece, offering a sensory experience that merges the realms of history, mythology, and the exquisite craft of perfumery. The scent opens with a vibrant fusion of Bright Bergamot, Delicious Red Berry, Grapefruit, and Spicy Pink Peppercorn, heralding a fragrance that is as commanding as Athena herself. This introduction sets the stage for a heart of blossoming florals, featuring Peony, Violet, and Rose Petals, that evokes the goddess’s femininity and her association with the arts.
The journey into the fragrance deepens with the base notes, where Powdery Iris, Mysore Sandalwood, Amber, Earthy Vetiver, Patchouli, and Creamy Vanilla converge to create a bold, seductive, and unmistakably feminine olfactory experience. This composition mirrors Athena's complexity, blending her warrior essence with her guardianship over wisdom and the arts.
Argos PALLAS ATHENE is more than a perfume; it is an olfactory homage to Athena's spirit, Klimt's artistry, and the enduring legacy of myth and legend. It invites wearers to embark on a multidimensional journey that celebrates the power of the goddess, the genius of the artist, and the timeless allure of fragrance.
The ‘PALLAS ATHENE’ fragrance is designed to encapsulate the essence of Klimt's masterpiece, offering a sensory experience that merges the realms of history, mythology, and the exquisite craft of perfumery. The scent opens with a vibrant fusion of Bright Bergamot, Delicious Red Berry, Grapefruit, and Spicy Pink Peppercorn, heralding a fragrance that is as commanding as Athena herself. This introduction sets the stage for a heart of blossoming florals, featuring Peony, Violet, and Rose Petals, that evokes the goddess’s femininity and her association with the arts.
The journey into the fragrance deepens with the base notes, where Powdery Iris, Mysore Sandalwood, Amber, Earthy Vetiver, Patchouli, and Creamy Vanilla converge to create a bold, seductive, and unmistakably feminine olfactory experience. This composition mirrors Athena's complexity, blending her warrior essence with her guardianship over wisdom and the arts.
Argos PALLAS ATHENE is more than a perfume; it is an olfactory homage to Athena's spirit, Klimt's artistry, and the enduring legacy of myth and legend. It invites wearers to embark on a multidimensional journey that celebrates the power of the goddess, the genius of the artist, and the timeless allure of fragrance.