Butterfly Solid Perfume — Birthday Gift & Traditional Favor

Butterfly-shaped Solid Fragrant Paste – Gently lift the lid, and blessings will follow.

A butterfly resting in your palm—when you open it, a fragrance unfolds.

When closed, it takes the form of a serene butterfly—its golden edges tracing its outline,

its blue wings shimmering with a radiant glow, and two pearls dangling from its tail.

Gently lifting the lid—like a butterfly slowly spreading its wings—one finds inside a warm, solid fragrant paste.

Dip your fingertips in a small amount of fragrance and apply it to your wrist,

behind your ears, and around your neck.

Begin with rose, followed by raspberry, and conclude with amber and papyrus.

The scent is understated, yet it feels close to the skin—long-lasting and richly layered.

It is not a perfume; rather, it is an Oriental fragrance that can be carried at all times—a single box that seems to flutter with its essence.

A butterfly-shaped box originating from the Qing dynasty court.

The design of this fragrance box draws inspiration from the butterfly-shaped boxes commonly found in the imperial palaces during the Qing Dynasty.

The butterfly was an especially favored motif in the court artifacts of the Qing dynasty. It appeared on powder boxes, jewelry boxes, and snuff bottles,

as well as in the vanity boxes of imperial consorts. Courtly craftsmanship adhered to the principle that “every image must carry meaning,

and every meaning must embody auspiciousness”; the butterfly was thus repeatedly employed precisely because it carried such auspicious connotations.

The homophone between “butterfly” and “die”

In the Chinese language context, the term “Butterfly” is composed of the characters “hu” and “die.”

The character “hu” is a homophone for “fu,” symbolizing a married couple,

while “die” is a homophone for “die,” conveying the idea of accumulation or layering.

The phrase “fortune arrives in layers” thus signifies that good fortune comes one layer after another, continuously and successively.

Symbolizing the arrival of good fortune and a streak of auspiciousness

A butterfly symbolizes the arrival of good fortune; the very moment you lift the lid,

as the butterfly flaps its wings, it hands you this auspicious omen—that good fortune will come in succession.

 The butterfly: a symbol of freedom and beauty

From Zhuang Zhou’s dream of becoming a butterfly to the legend of Liang and Zhu transforming into butterflies,

the butterfly has always been associated with beauty, transformation, and freedom in Chinese culture. It is not heavy, yet it carries a lingering resonance.

Thus, this fragrant ointment box, when opened, contains not only a box of fragrance but also a continuous stream of good fortune.

Fritillary flower inlays, shimmering with radiant hues

The most captivating feature of the box lid is that shimmering layer of light.

What is a Fritillaria gasket?

Fritillaria is sourced from natural shells. Artisans polish them into extremely thin sheets and place these sheets beneath the decorative patterns.

Because shells naturally possess iridescence, when illuminated, they exhibit shifting hues of cyan, blue, purple, pink, and gold.

A flick of the light, and the color transforms.

The luster of the Fritillaria is not artificially applied; it is natural. Depending on the angle and the lighting, its color shifts.

As you turn the fragrant paste box, the colors on its wings follow your movement—like a real butterfly gently fluttering in the light.

 The Rareness of the Fritillaria Craftsmanship

Fritillaria bulbs are extremely thin and brittle; whether it is cutting,

polishing, laminating, or assembling—each step must be executed with utmost precision.

The slightest error could render the entire piece unusable.

Thus, every shimmering stripe on each box is meticulously crafted by hand, one stroke at a time.

Hand-painted with mother-of-pearl glaze

The blue motif on the box lid is crafted using hand-painting and mother-of-pearl pearlescent techniques.

The Origins of Emperor’s Feather

“Pointed jade” was originally a traditional Chinese jewelry craft that adorned gold and silver with jade feathers,

yielding a vivid and brilliant color. Today, for conservation purposes,

it is often recreated using pearlescent pigments and hand-painting techniques to achieve the same vivid blue effect.

Manual Coloring

The blue is not printed; instead, it is hand-applied stroke by stroke.

The subtle gradations of the wing colors and the layered patterns rely entirely on the artist’s skill.

 Pearl-Luster and Gold-Trimmed Edges

The blue feathers are embellished with pearlescent luster,

their edges outlined in gold and further adorned with small red and blue beads.

The overall design is vibrant yet understated—a quintessential example of an Eastern court color palette.

The Falling Pearl

At the base of the box hang two pearls;

a gentle movement causes them to sway, lending the piece a touch of grace and a hint of nobility.

Note: Opens with rose, closes with amber

This is a multi-layered solid fragrance cream with well-defined top, middle, and base notes.

Top notes｜Rose petals · Pink pepper

The first notes are fresh rose petals—soft and subtly sweet;

the pink pepper adds a touch of delicate spiciness and brightness,

like the first ray of morning light falling upon the petals.

Middle Note | Rose · Raspberry

The rose gradually unfolds, becoming fuller and richer than in the top notes;

the fruity aroma of raspberry emerges, with a hint of sweet and sour notes,

ensuring that the floral scent does not appear aged, but instead remains gentle and vibrant.

Final Touch | Papyrus · Amber

It concludes with papyrus and amber. The papyrus adds a dry, crisp woody note,

while the amber provides a warm, skin-friendly finish.

The overall fragrance is soft, becoming increasingly serene as it progresses.

Neither too strong, nor cloying, nor overpowering—ideal for everyday use,

or when you wish to incorporate a touch of Eastern charm.

Solid scented cream—portable and convenient to carry.

Solid form: leak-proof

This solid fragrance cream contains no alcohol,

making it spill-proof and leak-proof—so you can carry it in your bag or pocket with complete peace of mind.

Portable Incense

Before flying, traveling on a high-speed train, going to the office, or going on a date,

dip your fingertips in a small amount of fragrance and apply it to your wrist,

behind your ear, or around your neck to refresh your scent at any time.

 Cost-effectiveness

Just a tiny amount is enough, and one box lasts a long time.

It has an oily, smooth texture and adheres to the skin without feeling sticky.

Suitable for individuals with sensitive conditions

It is alcohol-free, making it suitable for individuals who are sensitive to alcohol.

Whether given as a gift or for personal use, it will look impressive.

For personal use: Placing it on your dressing table or in your carry bag makes it a small daily ritual.

For your loved one: butterflies, fragrant balm, pearls, and a royal box—romantic yet understated.

For elders or friends: rooted in tradition, imbued with meaning,

and crafted with exquisite artistry—making them far more distinctive than ordinary perfumes.

For foreign friends: Imperial court inspiration of the Qing Dynasty, mother-of-pearl craftsmanship,

emerald-leaf and pearl luster, and Oriental fragrances—from appearance to aroma—offer a comprehensive cultural experience of China.

on-product information

Category: Butterfly-shaped solid fragrance cream case

Design source: Palace butterfly-shaped box from the Qing Dynasty

Meaning: Auspiciousness arriving in succession,

blessings coming your way, and continuous good fortune.

Crafting process: Fritillaria inlay, hand-painting, mother-of-pearl pearlescence,

gold border outlining, and pearl pendant accents

Notes:

Top notes: rose petals, pink pepper

Middle notes: rose, raspberry

Base notes: papyrus, amber

Form: Solid fragrance paste

Ideal use cases: portable fragrance refill,

dressing table ornament, car pendant, souvenir gift, or couple’s gift.

Dimensions: incense paste approximately 6.5 × 4.3 × 18 cm

Weight: 4 g of fragrant paste

Packaging: Includes gift box

Maintenance: Avoid exposure to high temperatures and direct sunlight;

close the lid securely after use and store in a cool, shaded area.

Note: The Fritillaria is a natural material; its luster and veining vary under different lighting conditions.

The pieces are hand-painted, and subtle variations in color among individual pieces are normal.

Gently lift the lid of the box,

Like a butterfly spreading its wings,

They arrived in succession.

A box of fragrance, a touch of auspiciousness.

All of them occur in this single flutter of wings.