Lot 079: Syrian Inlaid Wooden Backgammon and Chess Board, Mid-20th Century

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A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 2 A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 3 A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 4 A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 5 A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 6 A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 7 A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. - View 8

Description

A finely crafted Syrian inlaid wooden backgammon and chess board box, featuring intricate geometric designs in mother-of-pearl and various wood veneers, dating from the mid-20th century. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Syria, Mid-20th Century * Material: Various woods (e.g., walnut, rosewood), mother-of-pearl inlay * Style: Damascene marquetry, Traditional Middle Eastern Condition: Minor chips and losses to the mother-of-pearl and wood inlay, particularly at edges and corners. A small crack is visible at one corner joint of the box. The overall structure appears sound. Interesting fact: * Damascene marquetry is a traditional Syrian art form known for its intricate geometric patterns created by inlaying diverse materials like mother-of-pearl, bone, and exotic woods. * This technique dates back centuries, with Damascus being a renowned center for such decorative arts, particularly on furniture and gaming boards. Use: Ideal for collectors of traditional board games, Middle Eastern decorative arts, or as a distinctive decorative accent in a vintage-inspired interior.

Condition Report

Minor chips and losses to the mother-of-pearl and wood inlay, particularly at edges and corners. A small crack is visible at one corner joint of the box.

Specifications

CategoryVintage
Lot ReferenceLOT-079
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