{"product_id":"antique-persian-khatamkari-mirror-with-painted-doors-geometric-inlay","title":"Antique Persian Khatamkari Mirror with Painted Doors \u0026 Geometric Inlay","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eA finely crafted Persian Khatamkari mirror featuring hinged painted doors, intricate geometric micro-mosaic inlay and traditional figural decoration. The exterior doors are decorated with hand-painted courtly scenes framed by floral ornament and calligraphic panels, while the reverse displays an elaborate geometric design centred around a star motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eThe frame and panels are covered with exceptionally detailed Khatam work, a highly skilled Persian marquetry technique employing countless individual pieces of wood, metal and bone arranged into repeating geometric patterns. Combined with the painted scenes and aged mirror plate, the result is a richly decorative object that reflects several of the most celebrated traditions of Persian craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eAn attractive decorative piece for collectors of Middle Eastern art, interior designers and those seeking distinctive handmade objects with strong visual character and historic charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eHeight: 31.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eWidth: 22.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eDepth: 3.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eWeight: 859 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003eAge-related wear throughout consistent with age and use. The mirror plate displays significant foxing and distressing. There are losses to sections of the Khatam inlay, including a notable historic loss to the lower section of the reverse border and losses around the central star motif. Minor shrinkage cracks, surface wear and small losses are present throughout. The painted decoration remains attractive and the piece displays well overall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exentric Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57688263229772,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/0689\/2620\/files\/IMG_8821.heic?v=1780401917","url":"https:\/\/exentricantiques.com\/products\/antique-persian-khatamkari-mirror-with-painted-doors-geometric-inlay","provider":"Exentric Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}