Boho Chic Style Syrian 20th Century Artesian Inlaid Veneer Games Table

At this time England and London was heavily influenced by the interest in all things exotic and culturally diverse. We are seeing interest in this movement and style with the Boho Chic Style emerging today. The games table was made in Syria and as with much Islamic furniture is characterised by the use of different inlays and geometric designs, sometimes using mother of pearl or bone for affect, perhaps interspersed with Arabesques and other Moorish designs. It’s such a great look with quite a bohemian air to it and fits well with the idea of culturally diverse, chic and exotic interior.

From its name, Syrian furniture originated in Syria during the Islamic period. Even though Syria was a vast kingdom covering places such as Jerusalem, Aleppo had become one of the major furniture-making centres. Some of the furniture pieces produced during that period can be found in religious buildings in Palestine and Syria. The furniture came from a vibrant woodworking industry that existed in Islamic Syria and still exists today. Furnituremakers used willow, walnut, oak, and firewood to produce various types of beautiful furniture pieces.

One of the clearest demonstrations of this craft in Syrian and Moorish furniture, are the intricate inlays of micro mosaics and different woods. Whether antique or modern pieces, they are the most beautiful furniture pieces you will find anywhere. The Arabian art of inlaying dates right back to ancient Assyrian and Egyptian empires. From the 7th century, when Damascus was established as the Syrian empire’s capital, the rulers encouraged its citizens to work with mosaics. When the Umayyad Mosque was constructed in the 8th century, artisans used large-scale inlaying, making it one of the most beautiful in the world. Since then, the art of inlaying has taken root in Damascus, resulting in the beautiful Damascan Syrian furniture.

Over the Centuries Master artisans have passed on the craft of inlaying wood and metal to apprentices, through generation to generation, continuing a tradition that is celebrated throughout the world.

Measures: Weight 9.3kg Ht 58cm width 61cm x depth 32cm
Games table closed length 60cm x width 29.5cm
Open length 60.5 cm x width 60cm
Depth of box 5.5cm x length 51cm.

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