Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella
The Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, also known as the Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella or the Ancient Apothecary of Santa Maria Novella, is an Italian company active in the fields of perfumery, cosmetics and herbal products, based at Via della Scala 16 in Florence, within the historic premises of the complex of Santa Maria Novella. Its origins date back to 1221, when the Dominican Order settled in Florence. Over the centuries, the convent apothecary developed into a structured activity, with a documented pharmacy in 1508 and an autonomous administrative organization recorded in 1542. The year 1612 is traditionally considered the date when the Officina opened to the public. Over time, the activity evolved from a convent apothecary into a company operating in perfumery, cosmetics and personal care. In 2012, on the occasion of the 400th anniversary of 1612, it was featured in an Italian postage stamp series dedicated to Made in Italy.
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Via della Scala, Florence Quartiere 1
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| N 43.774338888889 ° | E 11.247877777778 ° |
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Museo dell'Officina Profumo - Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella
Via della Scala
50100 Florence, Quartiere 1
Tuscany, Italy
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