When Englishman Edward Foxhall discovered sandalwood on the Isle of Pines, New-Caledonia, in 1840, it was, then, unknown in Europe. By the end of the 19th Century, the noble spiced wood had quite a pedigree: named 'candana' in Sanskrit, or 'sandal' in Arabic, it was used as a precious ointment for the hair and body. A remedy against anxiety, it still billows today, seamlessly embedded in the smoke of Asian incense.

Tadine is the principal town of Mare Island in the Loyalty Archipelago, New Caledonia. Its steep coast shelters one of the best sandalwood reserve of the island. Between maritime pines and translucent waters, marine fragrances/scents blend with sandalwood's elegance, at the heart of island legends.

Size of this Candle

• Classic candle

  Dimensions : H: 10,5 cm ø: 9 cm

  Weight : 270g / 9.5 oz

  Burning time : 55 to 60 hours

Candle Anatomy

• The Wick

  is made of cotton. One can find many types of wicks, characterized by their weaving and their diameter. The wicks are chosen depending on the shape and size of the glasses, as well as the burning characteristics of each candle.

• The Wax

  is the fruit of specific developments which are the source of the candle exceptional olfactory and burning qualities. When correctly taken care of, no smoke leaves a Trudon candle and no wax is left on the sides of the glass.

• The Emblem

  is inspired by a bas relief found at the old Royal Wax Manufacture which used to belong to the Trudon family. Situated in Antony, near Paris, it now belongs to the Church. Nowadays the domain hosts the nuns of the Saint-Joseph de Cluny congregation.

• The Glass

  is unique and hand-crafted in Tuscany. Its shape is inspired by champagne buckets.

Maintenance

• In order to get most out of your candle, burn it until the entire surface of the candle melts.
• To preserve the fragrance, do not burn your candle for more than 3 hours straight during the first third of the candle and 1 to 2 hours during the remaining.
• Do not leave your candle unattended.
• Keep away from drafts. Keep away from children, curtains and pets.
• Should the wick require centering, gently readjust to correct position when the wax is still molten. Allow the candle to solidify before relighting.
• Should any black smoke appear, trim the wick, which should be clean and no longer than 6mm at all times.
• Always protect the table or surface on which candle is set (with a coaster or a plate, for example).
• Do not burn your candle all the way down. Always leave at least 5mm of non-molten wax at the bottom.
• Keep your candle in a dry and temperate environment, between 60 and 80° F.
• The first use of your candle should occur within the two first months after its reception.

Price: $135.00

Brand: Trudon