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S H A D O W S & PAT T E R N S COLLECTION
The first collection is inspired by the beauty, elegance and timelessness of Islamic geometric patterns. What unites the pieces is the evolution of these traditional patterns and materials from objects that resonated with me from the resplendent Islamic empires of the past, to a 21st century aesthetic. For centuries these uniquely Islamic designs blended advanced geometry with artistic inspiration. The perfection of these shapes was thought to reflect the divine order of the cosmos, and so they had merit as auspicious objects in their own right. In Islamic arts, it is the circle that captivates my imagination the most. It is the basis of all patterns at the heart
of the Islamic decorative tradition in architecture, calligraphy, ceramics, inlay, metalwork, and woodcarving. I am especially intrigued by mashrabiyas, the intricately carved lattice screens that first appeared in 12th century Baghdad when it was the wonder of the ancient world. Their intricate play of light and shadow creates a visual delight far beyond the practical purpose of screening. ‘Shadows and Patterns’ is a celebration of the traditional Islamic art forms, with their wondrous patterns that transcend cultures, countries and centuries, constantly renewing & reinventing itself as the imagination desires.
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Nestled and secluded in this curved ‘Mashrabiya’ chair, the delicate lattice back wraps around, bathing the sitter and the surrounding area in a pattern of light and shadows. HIGH BACK CHAIR W 74CM, D 75CM, H 122CM MAPLE WOOD WITH ESPRESSO F I N I S H , P E R F O R AT E D L AT T I C E PAT T E R N
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I S L A M I C W I N D O W P A T T E R N ( M A S H R A B I YA ) A T A L - R I F FA I M O S Q U E , E G Y P T , 1 9 T H C .
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The chair’s distinctive lattice back pattern is inspired by the mashrabiya at the 19th century Al-Riffai Mosque in Egypt.
LOW BACK CHAIR W 74CM, D 75CM, H 77CM MAPLE WOOD WITH ESPRESSO F I N I S H , P E R F O R AT E D L AT T I C E PAT T E R N
LOW BAC K ‘M AS H RABI YA’ LOUNGE C H AI R
LOW BAC K ‘MASHRABIYA’ LOUNGE C HAIR WASEEL FARM RESIDENC E - RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
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C O F F E E TA B L E W 120CM, D 120CM, H 40CM MAPLE WOOD WITH ESPRESSO FINISH, ANTIQUE BRASS, M O T H E R O F P E A R L I N L AY
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B R A S S F I N I A L I N T H E F O R M O F A PA R R O T, NORTHERN INDIA, 17TH-18TH C.
A TORTOISESHELL & MOTHER OF PEARL C A L I G R A P H E R ’ S P E N B O X , T U R K E Y, 1 7 T H C .
The coffee table is inspired by the tortoiseshell & mother of pearl inlaid calligrapher’s pen box from Ottoman Turkey, dating back to the 17th C. The internal compartments inspired the table’s tray concept and the bird-topped box. The table is adorned with mother of pearl inlay set in ebony and has a mother of pearl inlayed box, topped with a playful brass parrot, a motif that was popular during 17th -18th century Moghul India.
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‘SADAF’ SIDEBOARD S H A D O W S A N D PAT T E R N S
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The sideboard is inspired by the tortoiseshell & mother of pearl inlaid calligrapher’s pen box from Ottoman Turkey, dating back to the 17th century. Made of walnut wood & Maccasar ebony, it has a mother of pearl inlay panel trimmed in brass.
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SIDE BOARD W 185CM, D 60CM, H 75CM MAPLE WOOD WITH ESPRESSO FINISH, ANTIQUE BRASS, M O T H E R O F P E A R L I N L AY
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M O T H E R O F P E A R L I N L AY P R O C E S S
For our collection, we took to the shores of Cebu, the Philippines in search of the world’s most beautiful oyster shell; The “Black Lip” mother of pearl, ‘Pinctada Margaritifera’, which is probably one of the most exclusive pearls in demand in today’s knife and instrument market.
A nice Blacklip will have every color of the rainbow in its iridescent black background. This exclusive shell is sourced especially for our collection to create beautiful inlays, making each piece a contemporary heirloom and an Islamic Art collectable.
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B RAS S CA N D L E S T I C K , I RAQ 1 1 T H C .
K AS H A N TURQ U O I S E- G L A ZE D J U G, PE R S I A 1 2 T H -1 3 T H C .
This table & its intricate brass inlay and gold leaf interior is inspired by this brass candle holder dating to 11th century Iraq. The pattern on the candle holder is suggested by the stucco decorations from ancient Samarra, Iraq. The table comes with an option of turquoise crackled glaze interior, reminiscent of the lusterware of Persia.
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A C C E N T TA B L E D 50CM, H 52CM ANTIQUE BRASS, MAPLE WOOD WITH ESPRESSO FINISH, EBONY T O P W I T H R A D I AT I N G PAT T E R N OPTION 1: CRACKLED GLAZE TURQUOISE CERAMIC, OPTION 2: GOLD LEAF
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TA B L E L A M P S W 15CM, H 50/60CM ANTIQUE BRASS
A B RAS S MOS Q UE L A MP W I TH S I L V E R & B L AC K COMP O UN D I N L AY, DA MAS C US , SY R I A 1 3 TH C .
These two lamps are inspired by a Mamluk mosque lamp and are made of antique brushed brass. The lower borders of the lamps acquire their transparency through a pierced geometric pattern. When lit, the light shining through the lamp projects beautiful patterns.
SONIA ASHOOR
With her roots spanning the Islamic world— from a Hajj pilgrim ancestor from Samarkand to a Persian mother, and a Saudi father, Sonia Ashoor grew up in a world of diverse cultures, family tales, treasured objects, legends and art. The many-coloured strands of her history are woven into her work, her view, and her belief that we are all connected through culture. Sonia is a passionate advocate of ‘cultural identity’, speaking at universities and international conferences, as well as acting as an advisor influencing
major cultural projects in the Gulf. She is a celebrated cultural ambassador for Saudi Arabia, having created a series of stunning embassies and royal residences all over the world. Her commissions— whether for a UNESCO project, a palace, or a restaurant— all reveal her innate love of beauty and act as a showcase for the best in Islamic arts. Everything she designs reflects a shared purpose and philosophy, nothing is there that does not reflect the whole. This gives her work its signature serenity and timeless harmony.
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M OT H E R O F P E A R L & DA R K E B O N Y I N L AY
H I G H G LO S S L ACQ U E R
G OLD LE A F
MAPLE TIMBER IN ESPRESSO FINISH
M AC A SS A R EBON Y WITH R A DI ATIN G PAT TERN
A NTIQUE BR A SS
F U R N I T U R E S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
HIGH BACK CHAIR
LOW BACK CHAIR
C O F F E E TA B L E
SIDEBOARD
A C C E N T TA B L E
TA B L E L A M P S
W 74CM, D 75CM, H 122CM
W 120CM, D 120CM, H 40CM
D 50CM, H 52CM
W 74CM, D 75CM, H 77CM
W 185CM, D 60CM, H 75CM
W 15CM, H 50/60CM
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