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Unusual Moorish Islamic Conversation Seat & Armchairs
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €3,335     $3,620
£2,850

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Unusual Moorish Islamic Conversation Seat & Armchairs

1900 - 1920
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A very unusual early 20th.C. Moorish conversation love seat with 2 matching armchairs in the style of Liberty & Co. The backs and sides having very good Mashrabiya panels and bone inlay. The upholstered seats having brass studded detail, the lower sections with turned finials and further bone inlay and Mashrabiya panels. Condition - very good and original. Dimensions of conversation seat:- Height…29.5’’/ 75cm. Width...46.5''/ 118. Depth...23.5''/ 60cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £85.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Moorish Inlaid Seating Suite to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA826744
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23710
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Description
A very unusual early 20th.C. Moorish conversation love seat with 2 matching armchairs in the style of Liberty & Co. The backs and sides having very good Mashrabiya panels and bone inlay.
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The upholstered seats having brass studded detail, the lower sections with turned finials and further bone inlay and Mashrabiya panels.
John Howkins Antiques

Condition - very good and original. Dimensions of conversation seat:- Height…29.5’’/ 75cm. Width...46.5''/ 118. Depth...23.5''/ 60cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £85.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Moorish Inlaid Seating Suite to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA826744
Dealers Internal Ref
23710
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats.
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Archive I A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats.

Unusual Moorish Islamic Conversation Seat & Armchairs

Archive II A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View II
Archive III A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View III
Archive IV A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View IV
Archive V A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View V
Archive VI A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View VI
Archive VII A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View VII
Archive VIII A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View VIII
Archive IX A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View IX
Archive X A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats. View X
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
Location
The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2010
Items For Sale 475
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John Howkins Antiques
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A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats.
Unusual Moorish Islamic Conversation Seat & Armchairs
Ref: SA826744
A dark hardwood Moorish Revival seating suite consisting of an S-shaped central conversation seat flanked by two corner armchairs, embellished with lathe-turned spindle lattice backs, geometric bone inlay, and mustard velvet seats.
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Moorish Revival furniture originated in the nineteenth century, taking inspiration from Islamic architecture, North African woodwork, and Middle Eastern design traditions. Key characteristics include intricate geometric patterns, turned spindle screens known as mashrabiya, horseshoe arches, and detailed bone, ivory, or mother-of-pearl inlays.

Pieces from this tradition typically feature dark hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or teak, combined with bone, mother-of-pearl, or contrasting wood inlays. Upholstery frequently employs rich woven textiles, damask, or heavy silk velvet to complement the intricate woodwork.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved joinery, hand-turned lathe spindles, and individually set bone or shell tesserae forming geometric borders. Hand-sawn timber surfaces and natural patination on unexposed areas under the frames further signal period construction.

These structured architectural pieces serve as focal points in entry halls, formal living rooms, or eclectic drawing rooms. Pairing detailed carved woodwork with plain walls, architectural lighting, and simple textured rugs balances the ornate geometric decoration.

Dust wood elements regularly with a soft dry cloth and avoid place near direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage and loss of inlay. Vacuum velvet upholstery gently using a brush attachment and treat spills immediately with a dry absorbent cloth without rubbing.
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