The legend, the real history and the tradition...
LEGEND has it that in 1380 the father prior of the Carthusian Monastery of St. Giacomo was taken unawares by the mews of the arrival on Capri of the Queen Giovanna D'Angio and so made a flower arrangement with the most beautiful flowers of the island. The water was not changed for three days and, when the flowers were thrown away, the prior noticed that the water acquired a fragrance unknown to him. He went to the father alchemist who traced the origin of this scent back to the "Garofilium Silvestre Caprese". That water became the first perfume of Capri.
HISTORY, on the other hand, relates that in 1948 the prior of the Monastery discovered the old formulas of the perfumes and, by permission of the Pope, revealed them to a chemist of Torino, who created the smallest laboratory in the world and called it "Carthusia", i.e. "Certosa".
The TRADITION is now being continued and the limited production means being able to use the same methods as the Carthusian monks. All the preparations are made from genuine products of high quality and even the end product is hand-wrapped. The essence derived from rosemary picked on Monte Solaro is used in men's products, while the essence of Capri wild carnation is used in women's fragrances.
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Carthusia I Profumi Fragrances
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Carthusia - Aria Di Capri Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16157
$120.00
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The Essence of Sensuality -
A fresh and vibrant scent, like Capri's sea breeze, warm sun and blue skies. A sensuous and sophisticated blend of mimosa blossoms, delicate iris and jasmine mingle with fruity notes of peach and Mediterranean bay leaf to re-create the memory of a magic atmosphere. An instant classic.
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Carthusia - Aria Di Capri Eau de Toilette - 50ml
Item 16158
$75.00
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The Essence of Sensuality -
A fresh and vibrant scent, like Capri's sea breeze, warm sun and blue skies. A sensuous and sophisticated blend of mimosa blossoms, delicate iris and jasmine mingle with fruity notes of peach and Mediterranean bay leaf to re-create the memory of a magic atmosphere. An instant classic.
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Carthusia - Aria di Capri Solid Perfume - 15ml
Item 16657
$70.00
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The Essence of Sensuality -
A fresh and vibrant scent, like Capri's sea breeze, warm sun and blue skies. A sensuous and sophisticated blend of mimosa blossoms, delicate iris and jasmine mingle with fruity notes of peach and Mediterranean bay leaf to re-create the memory of a magic atmosphere. An instant classic. |
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Carthusia - Fiori Di Capri Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16155
$120.00
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Classic -
This is the Capri perfume per excellence. The Mediterranean notes of wild carnation, lily of the valley and oak come together with the exotic aroma of amber, sandal and ylang ylang in a fascinating, joyful, unforgettable melange. |
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Carthusia - Fiori Di Capri Eau de Toilette - 50ml
Item 16156
$75.00
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Classic -
This is the Capri perfume per excellence. The Mediterranean notes of wild carnation, lily of the valley and oak come together with the exotic aroma of amber, sandal and ylang ylang in a fascinating, joyful, unforgettable melange. |
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Carthusia - Fiori Di Capri Solid Perfume - 15ml
Item 16656
$70.00
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Classic -
This is the Capri perfume per excellence. The Mediterranean notes of wild carnation, lily of the valley and oak come together with the exotic aroma of amber, sandal and ylang ylang in a fascinating, joyful, unforgettable melange. |
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Carthusia - IO Capri Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16151
$120.00
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Originality -
Dedicated to the goddess in whose honor Tiberius built the most magnificent of the imperial villas on Capri, "Io" is a dynamic and decisive m�lange, sophisticated and modern, bringing together the mature, sweet notes of wild fig with the exhilarating, stimulating notes of tea leaves. |
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Carthusia - IO Capri Eau de Toilette - 50ml
Item 16152
$75.00
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Originality -
Dedicated to the goddess in whose honor Tiberius built the most magnificent of the imperial villas on Capri, "Io" is a dynamic and decisive m�lange, sophisticated and modern, bringing together the mature, sweet notes of wild fig with the exhilarating, stimulating notes of tea leaves. |
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Carthusia - Ligea Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16153
$120.00
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Seduction -
Bearing the name of one of the three Mermaids who tried to bewitch Ulysses, Ligea is a feminine, sensual nectar, surprising and full of passion, which combines the warm powdery scent of opoponax with the fresh, soft aroma of mandarin. |
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Carthusia - Ligea Eau de Toilette - 50ml
Item 16154
$75.00
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Seduction -
Bearing the name of one of the three Mermaids who tried to bewitch Ulysses, Ligea is a feminine, sensual nectar, surprising and full of passion, which combines the warm powdery scent of opoponax with the fresh, soft aroma of mandarin. |
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Carthusia - Ligea Solid Perfume - 15ml
Item 16655
$70.00
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Seduction -
Bearing the name of one of the three Mermaids who tried to bewitch Ulysses, Ligea is a feminine, sensual nectar, surprising and full of passion, which combines the warm powdery scent of opoponax with the fresh, soft aroma of mandarin. |
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Carthusia - Mediterraneo Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16149
$120.00
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Mediterraneo: Vitality -
Dedicated to the cradle of the great civilizations of Europe, Africa, and Asia, Mediterraneo is a sunny fragrance, ample and original which blends the classic, sharp freshness of lemon leaves with the young, sparkling notes of green tea. |
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Carthusia - Mediterraneo Eau de Toilette - 50ml
Item 16150
$75.00
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Mediterraneo: Vitality -
Dedicated to the cradle of the great civilizations of Europe, Africa, and Asia, Mediterraneo is a sunny fragrance, ample and original which blends the classic, sharp freshness of lemon leaves with the young, sparkling notes of green tea. |
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Carthusia - Mediterraneo Solid Perfume - 15ml
Item 16878
$70.00
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Mediterraneo: Vitality -
Dedicated to the cradle of the great civilizations of Europe, Africa, and Asia, Mediterraneo is a sunny fragrance, ample and original which blends the classic, sharp freshness of lemon leaves with the young, sparkling notes of green tea. |
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Carthusia - Numero Uno Eau de Parfum - 100ml
Item 16164
$120.00
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Flavor -
Numero Uno was made for a man who appreciates the finer things in life, such as an aged Barolo and an elegant timepiece. In this day, any modern woman would be just as comfortable wearing this sensual fragrance, where the intensity of musk mingles with the spicy notes of rosemary. |
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Carthusia - Numero Uno Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16163
$85.00
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Flavor -
Numero Uno was made for a man who appreciates the finer things in life, such as an aged Barolo and an elegant timepiece. In this day, any modern woman would be just as comfortable wearing this sensual fragrance, where the intensity of musk mingles with the spicy notes of rosemary. |
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Carthusia - Uomo Eau de Parfum - 100ml
Item 16162
$120.00
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The Essence of Strength and Balance -
Dedicated to a fascinating and refined man, Carthusia Uomo is a classic fresh scent, made from citrus notes blended with wild rosewood in an irresistible woody- marine harmony. A light, timeless men's fragrance. |
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Carthusia - Uomo Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16161
$85.00
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The Essence of Strength and Balance -
Dedicated to a fascinating and refined man, Carthusia Uomo is a classic fresh scent, made from citrus notes blended with wild rosewood in an irresistible woody- marine harmony. A light, timeless men's fragrance. |
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Carthusia - Via Camerelle Eau de Parfum - 50ml
Item 16159
$120.00
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Fresh -
Dedicated to the most famous street on the island of Capri, the coolness of white musk together with the crisp citrus notes of grapefruit, create a fragrance which is perfect for men and women alike. |
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Carthusia - Via Camerelle Eau de Toilette - 50ml
Item 16160
$75.00
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Fresh -
Dedicated to the most famous street on the island of Capri, the coolness of white musk together with the crisp citrus notes of grapefruit, create a fragrance which is perfect for men and women alike. |
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Carthusia - Via Camerelle Solid Perfume - 15ml
Item 16879
$70.00
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Fresh -
Dedicated to the most famous street on the island of Capri, the coolness of white musk together with the crisp citrus notes of grapefruit, create a fragrance which is perfect for men and women alike. |
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