Box - Gilt brass - Finish
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Pakistani Khatam Kari wooden box inlaid with bone and brass elements, dating to the 20th century, with a hand‑drawn miniature hunting scene on the lid and overall dimensions 5.8 cm high, 22 cm long, 12 cm wide (520 g).
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Old wooden, shaped box in marquetry known as 'Khatam Kari' with star mosaic and geometric motifs, of Middle Eastern origin, from the early to mid-20th century.
On the lid, a hand-drawn miniature depicts a royal hunting scene.
Dimensions: H 5.8 cm, length 22 cm, width 12 cm. Weight 520 g.
Excellent condition; in some areas of the miniature the lacquer has peeled off, and the lacquer on the upper part of the miniature has been restored (see the photos, which are part of the description).
Khatam kari mastery is a fine and meticulous inlay work, with the earliest examples dating back to the Safavid period. 'Khatam-kari' is therefore 'marquetry work.' This technique involves creating patterns, usually star-shaped, by inlaying thin sticks of wood (ebony, teak, jujube, orange, rose), brass (for the gold parts), and camel bone (white parts). The decorated objects are numerous: boxes, chess or backgammon sets, frames, pipes, desks, and even musical instruments. The khatam can also be combined with famous miniatures, creating true works of art. Based on techniques imported from China, this craft has existed for over 700 years.
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Old wooden, shaped box in marquetry known as 'Khatam Kari' with star mosaic and geometric motifs, of Middle Eastern origin, from the early to mid-20th century.
On the lid, a hand-drawn miniature depicts a royal hunting scene.
Dimensions: H 5.8 cm, length 22 cm, width 12 cm. Weight 520 g.
Excellent condition; in some areas of the miniature the lacquer has peeled off, and the lacquer on the upper part of the miniature has been restored (see the photos, which are part of the description).
Khatam kari mastery is a fine and meticulous inlay work, with the earliest examples dating back to the Safavid period. 'Khatam-kari' is therefore 'marquetry work.' This technique involves creating patterns, usually star-shaped, by inlaying thin sticks of wood (ebony, teak, jujube, orange, rose), brass (for the gold parts), and camel bone (white parts). The decorated objects are numerous: boxes, chess or backgammon sets, frames, pipes, desks, and even musical instruments. The khatam can also be combined with famous miniatures, creating true works of art. Based on techniques imported from China, this craft has existed for over 700 years.
Insured and trackable shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
520 g
Brass type
Gilt brass
Title additional information
Finish
Country of Origin
Pakistan
Material
Bone, Brass, Stone, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5.8 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated Period
20th century
