Item Details

Item No. KH316

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.

The box features khatam inlay on the sides and around the top design.  The interior is fully lined with maroon felt.

The hand-painted lid features a floral pattern that is known in Persian as esleemee (there is no exact English translation), which evokes the mosaic tiles decorating many buildings in Central Asia.

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.

Dimensions:   11.5 cm (4.5”) l, 8 cm (3”) w, 6 cm (~2.5”) h.