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Moorish Inlaid Bench

19th century
Sold 7 October 2025 · William Carr Antiques
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Description

A wonderful and unusual Italian two-seater inlaid bench, in the moorish taste.

Finely and profusely decorated with bone throughout, in the most decorative patterns.

Crafted from walnut, circa 1890.

Squab cushion can be made upon request.

Structurally sound, offered in lovely original condition.

Seat Height: 47cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
88cm (34.65")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Moorish Inlaid Bench to the 19th Century.

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SA1151089
Description
A wonderful and unusual Italian two-seater inlaid bench, in the moorish taste.

Finely and profusely decorated with bone throughout, in the most decorative patterns.

Crafted from walnut, circa 1890.

Squab cushion can be made upon request.

Structurally sound, offered in lovely original condition.

Seat Height: 47cm

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
88cm (34.65")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Moorish Inlaid Bench to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1151089
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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An antique Moorish wooden bench featuring intricate geometric bone and mother-of-pearl inlay across the backrest, arms, and base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Moorish wooden bench featuring intricate geometric bone and mother-of-pearl inlay across the backrest, arms, and base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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William Carr Antiques

William Carr Antiques
Telephone 07958 023028
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Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder
Verified Since Feb 2022
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An antique Moorish wooden bench featuring intricate geometric bone and mother-of-pearl inlay across the backrest, arms, and base.
Moorish Inlaid Bench
Ref: SA1151089
An antique Moorish wooden bench featuring intricate geometric bone and mother-of-pearl inlay across the backrest, arms, and base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBenches & Settles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMoorish Revival
  • MaterialHardwood, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGeometric inlay, Star and cross patterns, Spindle vertical slats, Scrolled armrests
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 88 cm (35 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

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Moorish revival furniture is a style that gained popularity during the 19th century, drawing heavy inspiration from Islamic, Spanish, and North African architecture and decorative arts. It is characterised by intricate geometric patterns, horseshoe arches, and detailed surface ornamentation.

These items are traditionally constructed from dense hardwoods such as walnut or shesham, featuring extensive micro-mosaic or marquetry inlay work using bone, ivory, brass, or mother-of-pearl to create complex geometric tessellations.

Authentication involves examining the joinery methods, the natural ageing and yellowing of bone or ivory inlay, hand-carved tool marks on the reverse or undersides, and the presence of shrinkage cracks consistent with historic timber movement.

Positioning the piece as a focal point in a neutral or minimalist space allows the intricate geometric patterns and contrasting inlay to stand out without visual clutter. It works well as a statement seat in a hallway or landing.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent the wood from shrinking and loosening the delicate inlays. Dusting should be done gently with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding commercial polishes and moisture.
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