Item Details
Item No. 2052
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khatam karee means "hand-inlaid." To inlay is to apply wood or other materials in geometric shapes to decorate the surface of various objects. The average is 250 pieces for every cubic centimeter of inlaid work. Commonly used materials include wood, metals and other objects.
The paintings feature the tomb of Cyrus the Great at Pasargadae. In the foreground are one of the Immortal soldiers and Ahura Mazda, the Zoroastrian deity. The backgammon board features Darius the Great and Ahura Mazda.
This item would make an excellent gift for anyone who is fond of fine craftsmanship, folk arts, decorators or anyone looking for that extra touch of class for their home - even if they don't play backgammon! (But it is very easy to learn)
Dimensions: 35 cm (13.75") wide when open; length 35 cm (13.5"); depth when closed 3 cm (1.5").
Shipping weight 5 pounds.