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Stunning Pair of Moorish Damascus Armchairs
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Stunning Pair of Moorish Damascus Armchairs

1900 - 1920
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A very decorative and unusual pair of Damascus Moorish elbow chairs. Inlaid in a mosaic concentric style with mother of pearl, ebony, olive, pine and various other native and exotic woods. The inlay continues on all 4 sides and both chairs are in very good condition with a warm patina. Dimensions:- Width 23’’/ 58.5cm. Depth 18.5’’/ 47cm. Height 31.5’’/ 80cm. Seat height 18.5’’/ 47cm. Delivery to most of U.K. £55.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
58.5cm (23.03")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Moorish Inlaid Damascus Armchairs to the 1920s.

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SA842095
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23729
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A very decorative and unusual pair of Damascus Moorish elbow chairs.
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Inlaid in a mosaic concentric style with mother of pearl, ebony, olive, pine and various other native and exotic woods.
John Howkins Antiques

The inlay continues on all 4 sides and both chairs are in very good condition with a warm patina. Dimensions:- Width 23’’/ 58.5cm. Depth 18.5’’/ 47cm. Height 31.5’’/ 80cm. Seat height 18.5’’/ 47cm. Delivery to most of U.K. £55.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
58.5cm (23.03")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Moorish Inlaid Damascus Armchairs to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA842095
Dealers Internal Ref
23729
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A pair of antique Moorish corner armchairs featuring intricate geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across walnut frames with spindle backrests.
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Archive I A pair of antique Moorish corner armchairs featuring intricate geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across walnut frames with spindle backrests.

Stunning Pair of Moorish Damascus Armchairs

Archive II A pair of antique Moorish corner armchairs featuring intricate geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across walnut frames with spindle backrests. View II
Archive III A pair of antique Moorish corner armchairs featuring intricate geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across walnut frames with spindle backrests. View III
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A pair of antique Moorish corner armchairs featuring intricate geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across walnut frames with spindle backrests.
Stunning Pair of Moorish Damascus Armchairs
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A pair of antique Moorish corner armchairs featuring intricate geometric mother-of-pearl and bone inlay across walnut frames with spindle backrests.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMoorish Revival
  • MaterialWalnut, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBone inlay, Geometric marquetry, Spindle backrest, Stepped pediment
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 58.5 cm (23 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This pair of Damascus Moorish armchairs originates from 1920 in the Moorish Revival style. The construction employs walnut, bone, mother-of-pearl, ebony, olive, and pine, presenting a warm brown colour with intricate geometric marquetry and bone inlay across all four sides. Notable physical details include spindle backrests, stepped pediments, curved wooden armrests, and decorative cut-out aprons on the bases. The two chairs measure 80 cm high, 58.5 cm wide, and 47 cm deep. These armchairs suit placement as accent seating in a living room, study, or hallway, where they function as functional decorative pieces or corner chairs. The timber surfaces display a polished finish highlighting the varied mosaic wood veneers and inlaid elements.

FAQs

Moorish Damascus furniture originated in Syria and North Africa, characterised by complex geometric parquetry, micro-mosaic marquetry, and mother-of-pearl or bone inlays set into dense hardwoods such as walnut.

Traditional construction relies on walnut or fruitwood frames decorated with hand-cut bone, mother-of-pearl shell, ebony, and contrasting timber veneers arranged in precise geometric patterns.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved joinery, natural variations in the bone or shell inlay, minor irregularities in the geometric mosaic, and historical wear along structural joints and lower stretchers.

These decorative chairs work effectively as focal accent pieces in neutral minimalist spaces, eclectic maximalist living rooms, or formal entryways to contrast modern architecture with intricate geometric texture.

Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement. Dust gently with a dry, soft microfiber cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners or water on delicate inlay work.
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