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Damascus Games Table
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Damascus Games Table

1900 - 1920
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An impressive Middle Eastern Damascus games table, typical intricate marquetry inlay in exotic hardwoods, and mother-of-pearl, having a pair of small drawers to frieze, lift-up top enclosing chess and draughts boards and compartments for games pieces, the whole section lifting again to reveal a felt-lined card table. This stunning piece is dated 12th March 1914.

Size 84cm high x 92cm wide x 45cm depth

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Beechmount Antiques has dated this Damascus Inlaid Games Table to the 1910s.

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Description
An impressive Middle Eastern Damascus games table, typical intricate marquetry inlay in exotic hardwoods, and mother-of-pearl, having a pair of small drawers to frieze, lift-up top enclosing chess and draughts boards and compartments for games pieces, the whole section lifting again to reveal a felt-lined card table. This stunning piece is dated 12th March 1914.

Size 84cm high x 92cm wide x 45cm depth

Date of Manufacture

Beechmount Antiques has dated this Damascus Inlaid Games Table to the 1910s.

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An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame.
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Archive I An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame.

Damascus Games Table

Archive II An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View II
Archive III An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View III
Archive IV An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View IV
Archive V An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View V
Archive VI An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View VI
Archive VII An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View VII
Archive VIII An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View VIII
Archive IX An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View IX
Archive X An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View X
Archive XI An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View XI
Archive XII An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame. View XII
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Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 6BX
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An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame.
Damascus Games Table
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An antique rectangular Syrian games table featuring geometric micro-mosaic wood and mother-of-pearl inlays, turned drawers, and an intricate lower stretcher frame.
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A Damascus games table is a traditional piece of Middle Eastern furniture, originating from Syria, characterised by dense geometric micro-mosaic marquetry, known as khatam-kari or mother-of-pearl inlay work. These tables frequently feature folding tops that reveal surfaces configured for games such as chess, checkers, and backgammon.

Craftsmen construct these tables using solid woods such as walnut, olive, or fruitwood. The exterior surface is encrusted with sliced sections of mother-of-pearl, bone, horn, and various contrasting wood species assembled into intricate geometric tessellations.

Authentic historic examples display hand-cut, slightly irregular tesserae made of natural mother-of-pearl and bone rather than synthetic resin or plastic substitutes. Natural surface wear, subtle variations in wood tone, hand-carved joinery beneath the frame, and age-related oxidation on metal fixings further indicate period craftsmanship.

Placed against a neutral wall as a console table or set within a bay window, this piece provides rich textural contrast alongside minimalist contemporary upholstery. Displaying simple ceramics or contemporary brass lighting on its folded top balances the complex geometric patterning.

Keep the table in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and heat radiators to prevent wood movement and loose inlays. Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using harsh chemical cleaners or excess moisture.
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