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A Pair of 19th C Syrian Tables
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A Pair of 19th C Syrian Tables

19th century
Sold 18 April 2026 · William James Antiques
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A true pair of 19th century Syrian side tables, having shaped tops with column bases and terminating in triform bases. These beautiful tables intricately inlaid with mother of pearl and in lovely condition throughout. Syrian, Circa 1890.

Dimensions: Height: 58.5 cm - 23 Inches, Width: 35 cm - 13 1/4 Inches, Depth: 23.75 cm - 9 3/4 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated these Syrian Mosaic Occasional Tables to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
58.5cm (23.03")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
23.8cm (9.37")
Reference Numbers
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SA1142572
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A true pair of 19th century Syrian side tables, having shaped tops with column bases and terminating in triform bases. These beautiful tables intricately inlaid with mother of pearl and in lovely condition throughout. Syrian, Circa 1890.

Dimensions: Height: 58.5 cm - 23 Inches, Width: 35 cm - 13 1/4 Inches, Depth: 23.75 cm - 9 3/4 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated these Syrian Mosaic Occasional Tables to the 19th Century.

Height
58.5cm (23.03")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
23.8cm (9.37")
Reference Numbers
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SA1142572
William James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2010
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A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Pair of 19th C Syrian Tables

Archive II A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View II
Archive III A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View VI
Archive VII A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View VII
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Archive IX A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases. View IX
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Coltishall
Norfolk
United Kingdom

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A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases.
A Pair of 19th C Syrian Tables
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A pair of 19th-century Syrian occasional tables featuring intricate mother-of-pearl and bone mosaic inlay across the shaped tops, bulbous stems, and tripod bases.
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleDamascene / Islamic Revival
  • MaterialWalnut, Mother-of-Pearl, Bone
  • ColourDark Brown and White
  • MotifsMicro-mosaic marquetry, Mother-of-pearl inlay, Turned pedestal stem, Tripod base with curved legs
  • SizeH 58.5 cm (23 in) x W 35 cm (14 in) x D 23.8 cm (9 in)

Syrian inlaid furniture, particularly from Damascus, gained significant prominence during the 19th century, blending traditional Islamic geometric and floral motifs with European forms to satisfy the Victorian appetite for Orientalism.

These pieces are typically constructed from local hardwoods such as walnut or beech, intricately decorated using micro-mosaic marquetry consisting of geometric wood tesserae combined with inlaid mother-of-pearl, bone, and wire.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut, irregular tesserae, natural age-related patina in the timber, subtle yellowing of the bone or mother-of-pearl elements, and traditional joinery methods hidden beneath the intricate surface patterns.

They serve as striking focal points when used as standalone side tables or plant stands, introducing textural contrast, global heritage, and complex ornamentation into minimalist or eclectic modern schemes.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels to prevent the wood from shrinking and causing the delicate inlays to loosen, and clean only with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals, polishes, or excessive moisture.
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