The Secret Fragrance Traditions of the African Kingdom of Kerma
When most Americans think about ancient perfumes, Egypt or Mesopotamia often come to mind. Yet, one of the earliest centers of fragrance traditions in Africa lies further south—in the Kingdom of Kerma. This Nubian civilization, which thrived between 2500 and 1500 BCE in present-day Sudan, developed unique fragrance practices that blended local resources with international…