Framed Persian Miniature Painting of Lovers with Khatamkari Frame

This item is a Persian miniature painting, likely originating from Iran and executed in the Safavid style, depicting a tender scene of two lovers in an embrace. The artwork features delicate line work and a soft color palette dominated by sage greens, pale blues, and earthy browns against a neutral, off-white background with subtle floral motifs. The figures are dressed in traditional Persian robes, with the male figure wearing a white turban and the female figure adorned with flowing drapery. The craftsmanship displays fine detail in the folds of the clothing and the facial features, characteristic of 20th-century revivalist miniatures. A small golden lute or instrument is visible to the left. The painting is housed behind a dark blue matboard inside a highly decorative 'Khatam' or Khatamkari frame. This frame is a traditional Iranian technique of marquetry, composed of tiny geometric patterns made from wood, bone, and metal (typically brass). The condition shows some visible wear on the frame, including minor chipping of the lacquer and loss of the intricate inlay on the left edge. The paper shows slight undulation, suggesting it may not be fully adhered to a backing, but no major foxing or staining is immediately apparent. The overall aesthetic suggests an age of mid-to-late 20th century, serving as a decorative example of classical Persian artistic traditions.