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The art of perfumery and method of obtaining the odors of plants : with instructions for the manufacture of perfumes for the handkerchief, scented powders, odorous vinegars, dentifrices, pomatums, cosmetiques, perfumed soap, etc. : with an appendix on the colors of flowers, artificial fruit essences, etc., etc

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Type: Rare Books(Opens in new tab)
Publication date: 1856.
Call number: 429613
Creator: Piesse, G. W. Septimus (1820-1882)(Opens in new tab)
Dimensions: 19 cm
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