Wood & metal

Khatam, ghalamzani, monabbat and metal chasing.

5 entries

Khatam Kari (Inlay Work) — Delicate Persian marquetry where tiny wood, bone, and metal triangles form intricate geometric surfaces.

Ghalamzani (Metal Engraving) — Engraving and relief-work on metal vessels with floral, arabesque, and epic scenes.

Monabbat (Wood Carving) — Expressive Persian wood carving that blends floral arabesques with calligraphic themes.

Mesgari (Copper Smithing) — Pots, trays and ewers beaten from copper by hand, in bazaars that ring with the sound of hammers.

Moarragh (Wood Mosaic) — Pictures and patterns made from woods of different natural colours, cut and fitted like a mosaic.