Antique Mother-of-Pearl Dowry Chest

Name: Antique Mother-of-Pearl Dowry Chest
Brand: Levant
Price: 1900.0 USD
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Antique Mother-of-Pearl Dowry Chest

$1,900

A circa-1900 Egyptian marquetry box constructed from contrasting woods and decorated with intricate geometric mother-of-pearl inlay inspired by mashrabiya, the carved wooden latticework found throughout the Islamic world. The faceted silhouette and hand-laid mosaic work reflect the high level of craftsmanship associated with Cairo workshops at the turn of the century.

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Length: 17.75 in.
Width: 10 in.
Height: 9 in.
Interior depth: 5 in.

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Antique Mother-of-Pearl Dowry Chest

$1,900

A circa-1900 Egyptian marquetry box constructed from contrasting woods and decorated with intricate geometric mother-of-pearl inlay inspired by mashrabiya, the carved wooden latticework found throughout the Islamic world. The faceted silhouette and hand-laid mosaic work reflect the high level of craftsmanship associated with Cairo workshops at the turn of the century.