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Syrian Inlaid Trunk
Ropeworks Antiques
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Ropeworks Antiques

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Syrian Inlaid Trunk

19th century
Description

A Nineteenth century Syrian trunk with Nacre shell inlay.

Fall front originally with lock, now lacking.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Syrian Inlaid Wooden Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1218716
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Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A Nineteenth century Syrian trunk with Nacre shell inlay.

Fall front originally with lock, now lacking.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Syrian Inlaid Wooden Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1218716
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base.
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Archive I A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base.

Syrian Inlaid Trunk

Archive II A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base. View II
Archive III A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base. View III
Archive IV A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base. View IV
Archive V A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base. View V
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
Location
The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
Items For Sale 275
Items Sold 1,678
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
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Location: The Old Ropeworks, Kennet Place , Marlborough, SN8 1NG, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified
Dec 2012
For Sale
275
Sold
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A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base.
Syrian inlaid trunk
Ref: SA1218716
A dark walnut Syrian storage trunk decorated with detailed white mother-of-pearl floral and geometric inlay across the front panel and raised trestle base.
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Traditional Syrian furniture is known for its detailed mother-of-pearl, bone, and wire marquetry embedded into dense hardwoods such as walnut. Originating predominantly from Damascus during the Ottoman era, this artisanal craft combines complex geometric lattice patterns with flowing botanical arabesques.

These chests are typically constructed from solid hardwoods, primarily walnut or cedar, and decorated with hand-cut mother-of-pearl shell, bone, or contrasting wood species. The joinery relies on traditional mortise and tenon construction, often reinforced with decorative metal wire or pins.

Authentic antique pieces feature hand-chiselled recesses where individual tesserae of shell or bone are fitted, rather than modern synthetic fills. Look for natural iridescent variation in the shell, minor hand-cut irregularities in the pattern geometric shapes, and signs of age such as natural timber shrinkage.

A Syrian inlaid trunk serves as a contrasting statement piece within contemporary or eclectic interiors. Position it at the foot of a bed, in an entry hall, or as a low coffee table to introduce historic texture, intricate motif work, and architectural interest into a room scheme.

Keep the chest in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement, which can loosen the inlay. Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical sprays, and refrain from using excessive water on the surface.
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