Lacquered Black and Red Papier Mache Pomegranate jewellery Box, "Omens at Night"

The night arrives with a promise of prosperity and passion, all contained in this sublime jewellery box from Uzbekistan. Olimjon Omonov uses papier mache and a combination of traditional techniques to create the accessory, hand-painted with an exquisite pomegranate scene—the region's supreme symbol of romance. A palette of black, red and green hues infuses the design with an enigmatic aura, while a lacquered finish allows for a lustrous look.