Marquetry Inlay (Khatamkari) Sugar/Candy Pot (Code16027)

Iranian handicrafts Khatamkari is an Iranian handicrafts. It is regular and coloured polygons on the surface of the work based on creating a geometric or mosaic-like design or a triangle, which in total or creating a regular design creates a stylish, beautiful, and eye-catching work. These Iranian handicraft geometric shapes are patterned by placing small triangles together. Triangles are made from various types of wood, metal, and bone. The finer and finer the triangles, the better the seal. In a Khatam design, to make the smallest geometric unit, at least three triangles are used, and for the largest one, a maximum of four hundred triangles are used. Kalamkari is one of the most original and beautiful branches of handicrafts in Iran, and its production requires time, precision, tolerance, and patience in addition to the artist’s taste and artistic vision. According to the opinion of most experts in historical works, cultural heritage, and handicrafts, Shiraz is introduced as the birthplace of this artwork, but due to the interest and attention of the kings of the Safavid dynasty to this art, Isfahan became the center of the production and promotion of inlay work and the cradle of handicrafts. However, some still believe that Khatam of Shiraz has more elegance and charm than other areas where these works are produced.