Name: Late 19th-century Syrian Marquetry Table - Mother-of-pearl Detail
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1133741
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 4 December 2025 · Colton Antiques

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Description

Syrian side table with mother-of-pearl inlay in showroom condition.

Dimensions:

* Height: 52 cm

* Width: 39 cm

* Depth: 38 cm

Declaration

Colton Antiques has dated this Syrian Marquetry Side Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1133741

Dealers Internal Reference

043

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Description

Syrian side table with mother-of-pearl inlay in showroom condition.

Dimensions:

Height: 52 cm

Width: 39 cm

Depth: 38 cm

Date of Manufacture

Colton Antiques has dated this Syrian Marquetry Side Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1133741

Dealers Internal Ref

043

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United Kingdom

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ObjectSide Tables
Period19th century
StyleIslamic / Middle Eastern
MaterialWalnut, Mother-of-pearl, Bone, Various Wood Veneers
ColourBrown and Cream
MotifsGeometric mosaic tessellation, Mother-of-pearl inlay, Arabic calligraphy panels, Fretwork arched apron

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Syrian marquetry, often associated with workshops in Damascus, is a traditional handicraft involving the intricate inlay of wood veneers, bone, and mother-of-pearl to create geometric and calligraphic patterns.

These pieces traditionally incorporate walnut or other native fruitwoods, embellished with geometric tessellations of mother-of-pearl, camel bone, and contrasting lighter and darker timber veneers.

Authentic pieces from the 19th or early 20th century typically feature hand-cut tessellations with minor irregularities, natural ageing of the bone and mother-of-pearl components, and traditional joinery methods underneath.

This type of occasional table works effectively as a focal point in a minimalist room, allowing the intricate geometric patterns and iridescent inlay to stand out against neutral backdrops.

Maintain these items by keeping them away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, cleaning only with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding chemical polishes that can damage the delicate shell and adhesive.