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Pair Antique Syrian Moorish Inlaid Folding Chairs, Late 19th Century, Syria

$3,500per set
£2,657.14per set
€3,039.20per set
CA$4,890.01per set
A$5,438.76per set
CHF 2,839.95per set
MX$66,183.87per set
NOK 36,270.49per set
SEK 34,015.32per set
DKK 22,682.73per set
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A classic and elegant near pair of antique Syrian carved walnut folding scribes chairs with shell and bone inlay, late 19th century, Syria. The chairs of hand carved walnut in a folding slat design and set on curule legs. The wood carved with an intricate geometric design and featuring sporadic geometric inlays of shell and bone. The crest rails of the chairs shaped, reminiscent of architectural elements, and carved with Arabic inscriptions. The slatted backsplats curved, following the shape of the back, joining the elegant curves of the curule from legs, forming a gracious "S" shaped silhouette. The seats comprised of slats that fold flat, providing a sturdy sitting surface. These types of chairs are commonly referred to as "scribes" chairs. Folding for storage or easy transportation, it is assumed they were used by traveling scribes, providing a comfortable seat during long hours of transcription. Folded dimensions: H: 45" x W: 19" x D: 7".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)Seat Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Moorish (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Both chairs with the crestrails reattached. One crestrail with slight movement. Some in-filling and in-painting to the lost inlay. Some replacement to the inlay. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. The chairs both sturdy and useable. Both chairs with missing inlay. Scattered nicks to the wood. Please see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU894732835602

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