Persian “Reciting Poetry in a Garden” Jewelry Box

Description

The image is a ceramic tile panel from 17th-century Isfahan, Iran, known as “Reciting Poetry in a Garden”. It depicts a picnic scene with figures in a lush landscape.

The panel is made of stonepaste with polychrome glaze within black wax resist outlines (cuerda seca technique).

The figures’ attire, including patterned robes and silk sashes, is typical of 17th-century Persian art. Two men are seated, one holding a safina (an oblong poetry book), while a man stands on the left and a woman on the right carries a covered bowl. Panels like this were used to adorn the walls of garden pavilions and palaces during the Safavid dynasty under Shah ʿAbbas I.

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This handcrafted jewelry box brings a small gallery to your dresser. Smooth varnished rubberwood forms a deep, glossy case that opens on steady dual hinges and holds favorite rings, chains and keepsakes on a soft felt bed. A vibrant 6″ ceramic tile set into the lid showcases a richly colored, painterly scene — palms, flowering trees and figures in jewel-toned robes — giving the piece an artful pause that makes everyday storage feel thoughtful and personal. The felt-lined interior protects metal and stones, while the slip-resistant base keeps the box steady on vanities and shelves. Choose from three glossy color options to match your space and let a compact, beautiful object carry a little story of color and calm into daily routines.