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Unknown Maker, Persian

Lid for a Mirror Case

Now On View

Maker

Culture

Persian

Title

Lid for a Mirror Case

Year

1750-1800

Medium

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

Materials

wood

Geography

Iran

Dimensions

29 x 38.4 cm (11 7/16 x 15 1/8 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Anonymous gift

Object Number

17.543

Type

Woodwork

Exhibition History

Asian Art Galleries

Jun 10, 2014

Label copy

Meticulously inlaid with tiny wooden tiles, the lid for this mirror box features a feasting scene with a prince, entertainers, and musicians. The image is framed by intricate geometric designs mimicking architecture. Made using the traditional Iranian khātam technique for inlaying wood, bone, metal, or ivory pieces onto wood, this elaborate work was a luxury item that signaled the prestige of its affluent owner.

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Tombstone

Unknown Maker, Persian

Lid for a Mirror Case, 1750-1800

Wood, ivory, gold, and color pigments, Khātam kari marquetry

29 x 38.4 cm (11 7/16 x 15 1/8 inches)

Anonymous gift 17.543

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