4711
Get to know the symbol of freshness. 4711 is the first classic Eau de Cologne, which emerged at the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries. The 4711 colognes and cosmetics, produced by Mäurer & Wirtz in Germany, bring rich history, freshness, and character to your perfume collection. The history of 4711 dates back to the early 18th century. It was created by the Italian Johann Maria Farina (1685–1766), who named it after his residence, Eau De Cologne.
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Cologne waters 4711
During the 18th century, 4711 fragrances gained great popularity. Then a Cologne merchant named Wilhelm Mülhens appeared on the scene, who made the following speculation: he bought the rights to the Farina name from a man of that name, who of course had no connection whatsoever with the original Italian manufacturer. But Muelhens didn't seem to mind, so he used the Farina name to promote his own perfume, which was produced by his small factory in Cologne on Klöckergasse. However, the plot continues and Muelhens sues. His grandson, Ferdinand Mülhens, also sues, and in the end loses the lawsuit against the Farina family and is banned from using the name. However, this does not result in tragedy. The Mülhens rename the company and the perfume itself 4711, the house number given to the Mülhens when Cologne was renumbered on the eve of the French Revolution.
