Persian box Khatam Kari inlaid wood stars Middle East 18th century

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Persian box Khatam Kari inlaid wood stars Middle East 18th century

Name: Persian box Khatam Kari inlaid wood stars Middle East 18th century
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: RJESEB7DV5
Price: 2500 EUR
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By Gallery LUC DE LAVAL ANTIQUITES

2.500 €

Period 18th century

Style Orientaliste

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From: 22220, Tréguier, France

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Large Persian "Khatam Kari "* wood and marquetry box with mosaic decoration of stars and geometric motifs, Middle Eastern origin, late 18th century.
The box is in good condition. We have the key, and the lock works.
Please note: the keyhole is missing, the star marquetry and the fillets on the edges and corners are missing, the hinges are a little worn (and oxidized), there are minor cracks, scratches and wear, please look at the photos.
* Khatam kari
is a fine, meticulous work of marquetry, the earliest examples of which date back to the Safavid era: khatam was so highly prized by the court that some princes learned the technique on a par with music, painting or calligraphy. Khatam-kari" is thus "inlay work". This technique consists in creating motifs, most often star shapes, by inlaying thin strips of wood (ebony, teak, jujube, orange, rose), brass (for the gilded parts), and camel bone (white parts). Decorated objects are legion: boxes, chess or backgammon sets, frames, pipes, desks, or even musical instruments. Khatam can also be combined with the famous Persian miniatures, creating veritable works of art. Derived from techniques imported from China and enhanced by Persian know-how, this craft has existed for over 700 years.
Dimensions
Dimensions 34 cm x 24.5 cm
Height 15 cm

Reference : E10 501
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Additional Information

Condition	As is
Style	Orientaliste (Boxes, Cases, Kits of Orientaliste Style)
Period	18th century (Boxes, Cases, Kits 18th century)
Country of origin	France
Length (cm)	dimensions 34 cm x 24,5 cm
Height (cm)	15 cm
Depth (cm)	e10 501
Internal reference	E10 501