Matteo CibicInventor and designer par excellence
The magician behind the first Scarlet Splendour collections.
The magician behind the first Scarlet Splendour collections.
Lucasta Ludwig, a young 14th century wizard was said to be in possession of a magical chamber of spirits that could control the senses. By this powervested in him, Lulu lured maidens to dance with wild abandon, bestowedamazing powers upon the meek and made spirits (well) soar. Misuse of power,one might say. But if Lulu were born today, he would surely be among the most powerful men alive. Our spirits completely captivated by his mystical insignia of the eye and the lip.
It was almost the end of their midsummer night party, heiress Abigail Van Ross, Lady Beatrice and divine Princess Devyaani were sharing the last of their heady gossip. They heard a strange whisper from Madame Vasilica a reputed society women with a penchant for sorcery. Her words seemed real and a touch ludicrous. ‘Twas no longer “a kiss of a frog” that would beget Prince Charming. The millennial tale involved a “selfie with a donkey” to find one’s true calling. After all, who didn’t covet an eccentric CIUCO for a perfectly asinine and fun-filled, ever-after life.
Nubile Carly had learnt to use her coquettish charms to great effect. She had captured the heart of Professor Loic a confirmed bachelor, whose love for the classics in vanilla and black was world-renowned. A turbulent affair led to marriage but young Carly was not one to be tied down. She faked her death and made the professor believe that she was reincarnated as Madame Verdoux dressed exquisitely in Chantilly lace. Many a night, young Carly would dress like Carlo to get a glimpse of the professor staring adoringly at Madame Verdoux.But the Monsieur was no fool, he let the deception continue for he had truly fallen in love with Madame Verdoux’s great form and offered her his coveted ivory ring.
Supreme Commander Narcius had ruled the republic with an iron hand. At his command was one of the world’s most powerful arsenals capable of annihilating the world. Naturally, any coup planned by the young islanders was crushed mercilessly. Until, two femme fatales infiltrated the army. They brought out the big gun – The General Oro with its gleaming top, brass inlays and three arches. One look at this grandiose statement in brass and the Supreme Commander was transfixed. He exchanged his army for The General Oro and gave up his powers. The world welcomed a brand new democracy and to this day, The General Oro and the femme fatales feature in this young nation’s anthem.
Carrara marble has been the choice of artists through history for sculpted masterpieces, like Michelangelo’s David or The Pieta.
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It enhances a living space and connects the ordinary to the extraordinary. Matteo Cibic’s Mandala collection stuns the senses with its opulent forms and riot of colours. Hand inlaid in brass and resin. Unfold the extraordinary.
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Rain creates gorgeous patterns on the windscreen of a car, or the cheek of a young girl caught in a sudden shower. Matteo Cibic takes the romance from these gentle dots and transforms them through his design alchemy into chic contemporary rugs.
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Unexpected forms from Matteo Cibic, transgress the monotony of straight lines set in gold on a bed of pearl and lacquered brass in stylish, chic hues. Luxurious rugs follow suit.
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Captures the fluidity of the serpent’s movement in fine ceramic. The lights are dramatic, never subtle yet classic in their formand crafted in Italy. Matteo Cibic achieves an astonishing mixof playfulness and luxe, which are topped with hand blown, almost quirky covers over high quality LED bulbs.
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A luxurious collection of carpets in premium New Zealand wool (and viscose). The genius of Matteo Cibic carpets weave themselves in amazing colours that accent any interior space. Tufted and meticulously trimmed by hand in India, to resemble the karesansui or dry landscape gardens. So gorgeous you’ll be floored!
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Playhouse is a cabinet that's an elegant study in contrasts.
With or without doors.
The Metropolis Revisited beckons diners to the table,
inviting them to relax, to regale, to reconnect
With a dome perfectly
contrasting the effervescent
exterior, the Lotus Sanctum Jade
cabinet is spacious, timeless
and imbibed with beauty
A table with space for reminiscence as a console or a writing desk, with an incognito pair of drawers, poised on elegant legs.
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Geometric poetry on this Vanilla Noir chest of drawers in resin inlay, makes it perfect in any interior space
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A revisit to a Vanilla Noir clasic and the emergence of a chic, subtle version of The General
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