Pili & Emma Agarwood
Over the past two years, Emma Agarwood has initiated numerous innovative projects centered around agarwood, exploring new ways to combine it with various themes. One of the most remarkable collaborations was with the iconic Taiwanese brand PILI, renowned for its puppet shows that have been a part of local culture for decades.
Agarwood and the Puppet Shows
Art
A Marriage of Tradition and
Innovation
In this collaboration, the central character of PILI perfectly aligns with the world of agarwood, especially when he burns incense and plays the guqin (Chinese zither) at the start of the show. This natural connection between the incense ritual and traditional art has created a unique synergy between PILI's cultural heritage and the nobility of agarwood.
This collaboration showcases how Emma Agarwood constantly pushes the boundaries of possibility by combining rich cultural elements with agarwood, paving the way for new ways to perceive and use this precious ingredient. The partnership with PILI is a tribute to both innovation and tradition, where every detail is thoughtfully crafted to resonate with Taiwan's cultural heritage and identity.
As previously mentioned, our collaboration with PILI highlights the natural harmony between the art of puppetry and the ritual of agarwood incense. In this video, you'll discover PILI’s central character, accompanied by the subtle elegance of agarwood, playing the guqin and bringing spiritual depth to the performance. The connection between these two traditions—PILI puppetry and the heritage of agarwood—goes beyond the visual and olfactory, creating a truly shared cultural experience. Immerse yourself in this unique fusion of Taiwanese art, where each moment is infused with both tradition and innovation.