Brilliant, iridescent mother-of-pearl or 'sedef' has been used as a decorative material since at least 2500 bce. Artisans in the Middle East have been creating the most opulent, shimmering effects, ranging from complex starbursts to delicate floral arabesques.
During the brilliant flowering of Ottoman art in the 16th and 17th centuries, mother-of-pearl inlaid furnishings achieved their finest moment. Artisans in Istanbul’s imperial workshops produced works of astonishing splendour.
Comfortably fitting into one hand, this mirror offers an intimate view while exuding a sense of grandeur in its meticulous design.
Handmade in Turkey.
