Discover Ambiente 2018's bold new collection, where mythical embroidered eyes shimmer with gold and three-dimensional ornamental faces bring art into the home. The imagination on display seems boundless, and the true delight lies in the sense of ceremony and enchantment woven into every striking piece.
The eye has carried deep meaning across cultures long before Humphrey Bogart delivered the famous line "Here's looking at you, kid" to Ingrid Bergman in Casablanca. It remains wrapped in enigma, superstition, allure, and emotion. Ancient Egyptians linked the eye to rebirth. In Jewish custom, 'black-eyed peas' are served at New Year to invite fortune and abundance. The eye resting in Fatima's hand—cherished across the Middle East and North Africa—is believed to deflect the 'evil eye.' Many Christians view God as 'all-seeing.' Symbols of the eye surround us constantly. It is hardly surprising that contemporary designers and makers are captivated by eyes and faces, splashing them across mugs, cushions, blankets, handbags, jewelry, knitwear, and even sneakers. Touched with gold and shimmer, these creations feel thoroughly suited to the seasons ahead!
1 Sweet Deluxe earrings 2 Flensted Mobiles mobile 3 Vista Alegre box 4 PAD Concept cushion 5 Hübsch vases 6 ban.do bangle 7 Nuuna notebook with Papoutsi handbag 8 DOIY Design tray set
Designers and manufacturers draw upon ancient mystical imagery, embedding it into the objects we long for. Several pieces evoke Egyptian hieroglyphic wall paintings or weathered stone carvings from antiquity. Eyes fixed on bold statements, these remarkable items also radiate luxury: ideal for delivering seasonal sparkle. The real magic emerges from marrying heritage with innovation—picture slender light tubes that transform Fatima's protective eye into a radiant lamp.
Phrases like "a sight for sore eyes" go beyond mere flattery; they speak to genuine appeal. When we admire someone, we "eye them up." What finer gesture of affection than lips and cheerful expressions? Faces, naturally, have entered the latest wave of interior design. Delicate lines and tactile materials enhance the appeal, complemented by wood, glass, and steel. The pieces feel both restrained and arresting. In short, this trend spans as many styles as there are readings of the face and eye as symbols. Every item tells its own story. Now, let our gaze wander through some of the finest examples.
1 Images d'Orient coaster 2 Bjørn Wiinblad serving dish 3 Monkey Business lemon squeezer 4 Bloomingville bowl 5 Alessi champagne cap 6 Lili's Loft oven mitt 7 Fürstenberg sparkling wine cooler 8 Nude Glass carafe and tumbler
