Persian Inlaid Chess Set HC-1697

About Persian Inlaid Chess Set HC-1697

Like many other Khatam Kari chess sets, this artwork is constructed as a box that must be opened, revealing a smooth surface where chess pieces can be arranged for an engaging mental activity. Aside from chess, it is also capable of other traditional Iranian games. The value of this piece lies in its Khatam Kari craftsmanship and the beautiful miniature paintings executed with great finesse. In addition to the intricate inlay patterns, traditional Iranian miniature paintings with illumination designs can be observed on the box's exterior and interior parts.

Describing the art of embellishing surfaces with small triangles, resembling mosaics, is often attributed to Khatam Kari. Various geometric shapes are arranged side by side to create intricate patterns in Khatam. Triangles, the smallest components of Khatam, are made from different materials such as wood, metal, and bone. The finer and more delicate the triangles and the greater the number used on the surface, the more superior the quality of the Khatam. This art has thrived in Iran, particularly in Shiraz and Isfahan, for about four centuries.

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