Perfumes have long been an important part of human life. Civilizations suc as Egypth, Mesopotamia, China, and Iran were among the pioneers of perfumery. In Egypt, perfumes were associated with religious rituals and sacredness, in Mesopotamia and China they were used for beauty and healing, and in Persia, rose water production and the perfume trade through the Silk Road played a prominent role
Perfume containers also reflected the art and culture of each civilization. From animal-like utensils for ritual purposes to spherical vessels decorated for the nobility, each is a testament to the special place of perfumes in ancient societies. Iranians were also pioneers in this field by designing exquisite metal and glass utensils
The history of perfumery is a story of beauty, culture, and spirituality that continues from the past to the present