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Large Persian wooden box and marquetry called "Khatam Kari" * with mosaic decoration of stars and geometric patterns, Middle East origin, late 18th century.
This box is in good condition. We have his key, the lock works.
A note: missing the lock entry, some accidents and missing on the marquetry (especially of nets on the edges), the hinges are a little worn (and oxidized), tiny cracks, scratches and wear of time, look at the photos .
is a work of fine and meticulous marquetry, the oldest examples of which date back to the Safavid era: khatam was then so appreciated by the court that certain princes learned the technique as well as music, painting or calligraphy. The “Khatam-kari” is therefore the “work of inlays”. This technique consists of making patterns, most often star shapes, by inlaying fine wooden sticks (ebony, Teak, jujube, orange tree, rose), brass (for the golden parts), and camel bone (white parts). ). The decorated objects are legion: boxes, chess or backgammon games, frames, pipes, desks, or even musical instruments. The khatam can also be associated with the famous Persian miniatures, thus realizing works of art. Coming from techniques imported from China and magnified by Persian know-how, this craft has existed for over 700 years.
