Launched in 1926, Queen of Georgia by Prince Matchabelli is a perfume steeped in both personal heritage and ancient legend. The name was chosen to honor Queen Tamar, the revered monarch who ruled Georgia in the 12th century during what is now called the Georgian Golden Age. Known for her extraordinary intellect, beauty, and political acumen, Queen Tamar’s reign ushered in a cultural renaissance—a time when poetry, art, and architecture flourished under her wise and confident rule. For Prince Georges Matchabelli, himself a Georgian nobleman and former diplomat, creating a fragrance in her honor was more than symbolic—it was a tribute to the very spirit of his homeland and to a queen whose leg,acy embodied the ideal of feminine strength and sovereign elegance.
The name Queen of Georgia carries a regal, almost mythic resonance. The title evokes a majestic figure—draped in silk and gold, standing at the crossroads of East and West. The word "queen" suggests power and poise, while "Georgia" conjures a place of mountains, monasteries, and ancient traditions—a land shaped by both Orthodox spirituality and Silk Road intrigue. Emotionally, the name calls forth reverence, pride, and a sense of timeless allure. It stirs images of a woman not only adored for her beauty but respected for her wisdom—an inspiration for modern women seeking both elegance and empowerment.
The late 1920s, when this perfume debuted, was a period of cultural energy and change. It was the tail end of the Roaring Twenties, a decade defined by liberation, glamour, and a fascination with the exotic. Women were cutting their hair, shortening their skirts, and redefining femininity on their own terms. In perfumery, this era gave rise to bold innovations—most notably the use of aldehydes, which added a sparkling, abstract quality to floral compositions, as famously seen in Chanel No. 5. At the same time, oriental perfumes—rich with resins, spices, and incense—were gaining popularity, reflecting a fascination with faraway lands and ancient mysticism.