Syrian Inlaid Side Table 19th Century

Name: 19th Century Two Tier Syrian Side Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1224753
Price: 685 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSide Tables
Period19th century
StyleSyrian / Moorish Revival
MaterialWalnut, Mother-of-Pearl, Bone
ColourDark Brown
MotifsMother-of-pearl geometric inlay, Mashrabiya lattice panels, Two-tier shelf construction, Carved apron details
SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This 19th-century Syrian side table follows the Moorish Revival style and provides two tiers of display surfaces constructed from dark brown walnut. The timber is heavily decorated with geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across the top, lower shelf, and uprights, complemented by pierced mashrabiya lattice panels beneath the upper surface and intricate all-over carving. The piece stands on four subtly curved legs, and measures 78 cm high, 69 cm wide, and 46 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this compact occasional table fits comfortably at the end of a sofa or beside an armchair in a living room, hallway, or bedroom. The double-tier structure offers practical surface space for lamps, books, or decorative objects while introducing rich textures and traditional Middle Eastern craftsmanship into an interior scheme.

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Syrian furniture of this period, often associated with Damascus craftsmen, features detailed mother-of-pearl and bone inlays set into dark woods like walnut. Designs frequently incorporate geometric star motifs, Arabic calligraphic elements, and hand-carved mashrabiya lattice work inspired by traditional Islamic architecture.

These tables were typically constructed using dense hardwoods such as walnut or cedar. Decorators used natural mother-of-pearl shell, bone, olive wood, and silver wire to create complex geometric mosaic inlays across the surface and legs.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved joinery, hand-cut shell tesserae with slight irregularities, and original animal-glue adhesives. The timber will show natural oxidation and shrinkage around inlay borders consistent with age, alongside hand-turned spindle work.

Incorporate the table as a tactile accent piece beside modern upholstered furniture to contrast textures. The geometric inlay pairs well with neutral textiles, contemporary metal fittings, or dark academic aesthetic schemes.

Dust regularly using a dry microfibre cloth, ensuring loose shell fragments are not snagged. Avoid liquid polish or high humidity, as excess moisture can dissolve traditional glues holding the shell inlays in place.

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19th Century Two Tier Syrian Side Table