Bidspirit auction | Persian Khatam Marquetry and Ghalamzani

Persian Khatam Marquetry and Ghalamzani Engraved Metal Wall Panel - A rectangular decorative wall panel featuring traditional Persian craftsmanship including Khatam marquetry and Ghalamzani metalwork. 17cm wide . 52cm tall The central component is a vertical rectangular panel of black material, possibly glass or lacquered wood, inset with a silver-toned metal relief. The metalwork is executed in the Gol-o-Morgh style, depicting four birds perched among scrolling vines, stylized blossoms, and foliage arising from a rocky base. The design is achieved through chasing and engraving techniques to create texture and depth. The piece is housed in a complex Khatam frame, a geometric inlay technique composed of micro-mosaics of wood, bone, and metal. The inlay forms a repeating star-and-hexagon pattern bordered by thin white strips of bone or celluloid. The reverse is finished with a plain light-colored wood composite backing and a simple twine hanger. No maker marks, signatures, or labels are visible on any surface. Height: Approximately 15 to 16 inches Width: Approximately 5 to 6 inches.