...the Velvet Eden Foulards
THE HEAVENLY BLOOMS OF EDEN
This design pays tribute to the manifold floral imagery of Ottoman textile decorations as they can be found between the 15th and 17th century.
Abstract and stylised floral patterns shine bright and bold on our luxuriously soft silk satin Velvet Eden Foulards. The patterns resemble tulips, pomegranates and other blooms in the heavenly garden, hence the name Eden.
If you take a close look, you will also find allusions to the Cintemani symbol.
Complex symmetry focuses the eye on the sun at the centre, the rays from which bathe the garden in everlasting light, giving everything that grows within eternal life.
The backdrop looks as though it was painted with thin, transparent watercolours, creating a velvety effect reminiscent of the traces of time that we can see on the ancient pieces of the Bursa silk velvets which inspired the Cintemani Collection.
...behind the Khatam Long Scarves
A REGAL EMBLEM OF STRENGTH AND WISDOM
Habotai is among the most noble silks. Airy, floating and with an enormous colour receptivity. Just right for the Sultans' heritage that inspired the shapes of these scarves.
The design is dominated by the wavy bands of the Cintemani symbol.
Here they are arranged in diamond-like shapes. In their centres shines a star-like symbol, non unlike the AURORA NIVA star. But in fact it re-imagines the "Seal of Solomon" - an astrological and religious symbol with multifarious meanings throughout different cultures. In the Islamic world it is known as "Khātam Sulaymān" (Ring or Seal of Solomon). Hence the name of this design.
Wouldn't any ruler want to claim the attributes of the wise King Sulayman for themselves? Associated with positive outcomes, power, strength and wisdom, the Ottoman Sultan's certainly liked to have their caftans decorated with this regal emblem.
...the Pearl & Cloud Grand Foulards
THE JEWEL OF DESIRE - A HIDDEN GEM
An enigmatig, large-scaled and richly coloured pattern, glinting on a deep dark ground - this is the irresistible centerpiece of the Cintemani Collection. The highly stylised pearls floating between two undulating clouds resemble the iconic Cintemani motif, eponymous for this collection.
The strikingly pure and minimalistic patterns are inspired by several imperial garnments from the Ottoman Empire. Their bold simplicity evokes a surprisingly contemporary air. And yet, these shapes are centuries old.
The talismanic Cintemani symbol - Sanskrit for "Jewel of Desire" - was said to be an auspicious gemstone that has the power to fulfill the wishes of its bearer. It originates from Buddhist and Hinduist imagery, but on its way along the Silk Road, from East to West, it has changed in form and meaning.
Between the 15th and 17th century the motif became a popular decorative element in the Ottoman Empire and can be found on many Imperial garnments. Sometimes seen as pearls and clouds or tiger stripes and leopard spots, the Cintemani symbol stood for worldly strengh and spiritual power as well. No wonder the Ottoman rulers liked to associate themselves with those regal attributes. And also the women of the imperial houshold used thes symbols of empowerment, as we can still find them on their clothing aswell.
Claim the power of this legendary jewel for yourself - a true hidden gem! Its full effect is only revealed when the foulard is comletely unfolded. Let it be your secret and ours. Make these sublime colours and timeless designs yours to own and cherish into the future, to perfectly complement any outfit.
...the Tiger & Peacock Grand Stoles
HEAVENLY ROYALTY
Re-imagined from abstract peacock feather shapes and wavy tiger stripes, this eccentric pattern was made to be seen. The design is mainly inspired by a Sultan's caftan that was used for parades. The decorative patterns of such caftans had to be bold and large-scaled, so that even the far away spectators could capture the glory of the sultan's attire.
In Western as well as in Eastern arts, the peacock has been an ambiguous symbol that may stand for vanity, but also for royalty as well as for immortality. Most of all it is associated with the paradise. In the Islamic world the peacock is often seen as a creature that originated from paradise, but it was exiled together with Adam and Eve. Yet, it is also said to have the power to re-open the gates of paradise again, once it overcomes its temptations. Thereby the peacock feathers became a symbol for redemption.
The impressive and colourful peacock feather tail is also said to resemble the sun, when unfolded to its full fan-shaped glory. This associates the paradisiac bird with royal worldly power. Combined with the wavy tiger stripes of the Cintemani symbol this eccentric scarf design clearly evokes an air of Ottoman imperial pride. A true eye-cather!
