Box in Five Compartments

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a hexagonal box with five compartments, titled "Box in Five Compartments". The box is made of ceramic tiles with black and white designs. It is hexagonal in shape and has five compartments on the outside. The box is standing on its base with one corner facing the viewer. The designs on the box are made up of various patterns, including geometric shapes, waves, and people in traditional clothing. The people depicted are shown in different scenes, with some appearing to be engaged in everyday activities. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The box's surface features a combination of dark and light-colored tiles, arranged to form the different patterns and images. The tiles on the bottom, top and middle have geometric designs. The tiles on the sides have images of people. The box has straight edges and sharp corners. The surface of the box appears smooth. The box occupies most of the frame.