"IRAQ" Line

This magnificent set was inspired by two ancient Iraqi mosques – The Al-‘Abbās Mosque or Masjid al-‘Abbās in the city of Karbalā and Imam Ali Mosque in the city of located in located in An Najaf.

In 680 AD, a battle took place in Karbalā between the followers of Ali's son Hussein (grandson of the Prophet Muhammad)  and the army of Yazid (of the Umayyad dinasty, descendants of Muawiya). In that battle Ali Abbas (son of Ali, Prophet Muhammad's cousin and son-in-law was killed. The Al-'Abbās Mosque was built around his grave. No expense was spared in decorating this magnificent mosque/mausoleum: its dome and minarets are covered with real gold, and interior design take the visitors' breath away with its palatial luxury – sparkling mosaics, glitter of precious metals and gems, rich ornaments of Iraqi rugs.

Imam Ali Mosque was built in the nineteenth century and named after Muhammad's cousin and son-in-law who was one of the first to accept Islam and was one of the braves and the most faithful followers of the Prophet. 'I am the citadel of knowledge and Ali is the key to the gate," Muhammad used to say.

The images of these magnificent mosques with golden domes and slender minarets against the background of the blue sky became the main decorative element of the tea-pot and sugar bowl. The medallions are supplemented with stylized Iraqi patterns in the form of an elaborate laced fringe. The ornamental décor is emphasized by gold-plating used in this set with the traditional oriental splendor.

This collection is produced in a limited number of copies (500 sets).