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Antique Syrian Middle Eastern Mother of Pearl Wood Corner Cabinet Display Stand

$2,450

£1,873.16

€2,157.50

CA$3,433.20

A$3,832.85

CHF 2,008.35

MX$46,917.80

NOK 25,506.11

SEK 24,049.03

DKK 16,101.62

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A scarce authentic antique circa 1890 Syrian corner cabinet / open display stand, elaborately decorated throughout, the amount of painstaking time and skill that was required is truly impressive! Handcrafted in the Ottoman Empire / present day Syria in the late 19th century, almost certainly Damascus work. Showcasing traditional Middle Eastern and Moorish architectural styling, with nods to period Victorian Orientalist, the triangular shaped hardwood case with canted corners features extensive hand carved, pierced, molded, and fretwork ornamentation, profusely decorated in flowing scrolling foliate arabesques and geometric reliefs, enhanced by brilliant intricately arranged contrasting bone and mother of pearl inlays, accented with a row of culturally significant crisscrossed bobbin turned latticework window panels known as Mashrabiya (Moucharabieh), which are fine quality works after an ancient Islamic architecture characteristic. This unique form of ornamentation is typically reserved for only Moroccan, North African, and Middle East made furniture. Having a large open display compartment accessed through an ornately decorated arched central doorway, flanked by tall open Mihrab niche cutouts, allowing additional natural light inside. Two-tier stand / open cupboard form design, with triangular top perfect for a flowering plant, sculpture or decor, over single spacious partially enclosed raised lower shelf, ideal for displaying a large vase, statue, or treasured heirloom. PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION: Property from a prominent private Texas estate Acquired from the above from the reputable auction house, Dallas Auction Gallery, Dallas Design District, Texas. November 2024 The Winter Premier Sale catalog lot #0118 Owned and curated by Reyne Hirsch, a long time media personality and expert in 20th century decorative arts. Hirsch was a top appraiser for Antiques Roadshow on PBS for 13 years. With extensive knowledge and expertise in antiques, art, and design, she's a leading contributer to the Huffington Post, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, amongst other publications. Hirsch has also founded highly regarded permanent art galleries as well as important exhibits throughout the United States, including co-owning Patrick Jones Gallery in Dallas, Texas, and internationally recognized Art Basel Miami PLEASE NOTE: *At the time of writing this, we have an exceptionally rare and unusual matching / similarly styled Syrian photograph holder / folding frame picture holder wall hanging cabinet. Currently shown closed in the last photo. It is not included / available separately. The previous owner used them together, but the wall cabinet is flat and this cabinet triangular intended for corners, so you would need some sort of plan, hanging solution or custom mount in order to use them together. In the photo it is just set on top and not secure* DIMENSIONS: (approx) 36.5" High, 32" Wide (across outside corner to corner), 21" Deep (back corner to center edge), 22.5" Long (back corner to front corner) CONDITION REPORT: Overall good antique condition, especially considering its age, with nicely aged warm rich dark distressed patina Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Attractive appearance, with lots of antique character and rustic charm throughout, including retaining the original finish, now heavily worn, with scattered rubbing, nicks, chips, losses, scuffing, scratches, abrasions and accretions, all typical wear commensurate with age, use, and handling. Having age related separation splits and fissure, mainly to upper doorway and backside panels. Approx one inch chip to wooden column on left side of doorway with evidence of glue repair. Delivered lightly cleaned, waxed, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! Overall a wonderful example, highly decorative, with nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality, but only adds to the authenticity, sophisticated antique character, cultural interest, warmth and rich historical depth that can only be acquireover long periods of time

Dimensions:

Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)

Style:

Moorish (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Bone,Hardwood,Mother-of-Pearl,Carved,Fretwork,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Inlay,Molded,Turned,Woodwork

Place of Origin:

Syria

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1890

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Overall good antique condition w/warm distressed patina, lots character & charm. Structurally sound. Wear consistent w/age & use. Please see description for detailed condition report & be sure to carefully inspect all photos to judge for yourself.

Seller Location:

Forney, TX

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU5977244071462