Abd El Kader

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From TrudonA gust of freedom blowing from the Mascara coast and the mountains picks up on its way the green scents of fresh mint, the rashness of fights, ginger’s hot and peppered air and the perfume of tea and tobacco from the Ouled Nail tribe… Born in 1808 near the town of Mascara in Algeria, Abd El Kader was a politician and military leader, as well as a writer, poet and philosopher who founded the Algerian state. Nicknamed “the friend of the French”, he was said to be enlightened and cultivated. A man who always fought with honor, he was highly respected even by his enemies. Notesblackcurrant bud, lemon, ginger, clove, spearmint, apple, jasmine, vanilla About Trudon CandlesThe wax formulas of the Trudon candles are the fruit of specific developments which are the source of its 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 wicks are 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.Each glass is unique and hand-crafted in Tuscany. Their shape is inspired by champagne buckets. The Trudon 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. Le Petite BougieBurning time: 18-20 hoursH: 6,5 cm Ø: 5,5 cm70g/2.5 oz Classic Candle Burning time: 55-60 hoursH: 10,5 cm Ø: 9 cm270g / 9.5 oz Great Candle5 wicksBurning time: more than 300 hoursH: 21,5 cm Ø: 18 cm3 kg / 105 oz Show more