This is a handcrafted Syrian mosaic armchair, a traditional piece of furniture renowned across the Levant region for its exquisite woodwork.
Key Characteristics & Craftsmanship
Intricate Marquetry: The entire frame features microscopic, geometric mosaic arrangements (marquetry) meticulously pieced together by hand.
Premium Materials: These traditional chairs are constructed using a combination of high-quality local woods—such as walnut, olive, peach, lemon, and rosewood.
Mother-of-Pearl Inlays: Gleaming segments of natural mother-of-pearl (and sometimes bone or abalone) are embedded flush into the wood, creating shimmering, ornate arabesque designs.
Traditional Silhouettes: The curved, barrel-back structure and lower cutout arches are heavily influenced by classic Islamic geometry and Damascene design traditions.