Syrian Mosaic Inlaid Wood, Bone & Shell Keepsake Box, 16x10x3.25 - Circa 1950

Description

View Syrian Mosaic Inlaid Wood, Bone & Shell Keepsake Box, 16x10x3.25 - Circa 1950 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The raised lid and all four sides are decorated with intricate handcrafted mosaic patterns, and the inside lid also features matching inlay work. Decorative inlaid interior panel. Color: Brown / Tan / Cream. Vintage handcrafted Middle Eastern marquetry jewelry/keepsake box featuring exceptionally detailed geometric micro-mosaic wood inlay with mother-of-pearl style accents. The raised lid and all four sides are decorated with intricate handcrafted mosaic patterns, and the inside lid also features matching inlay work. This box makes a beautiful display piece for a coffee table, bookshelf, dresser, or office and can be used to store jewelry, letters, watches, keepsakes, or collectibles. Features * Handcrafted wood construction * Intricate geometric marquetry mosaic inlay * Mother-of-pearl style accents * Raised decorative lid * Decorative inlaid interior panel * Brass-tone latch * Large storage compartment * Vintage condition Condition Good vintage condition with age-related wear. There is some loss of inlay and edge wear consistent with age and use (see photos). Please review all photographs carefully as they are part of the description. ⸻ Item Specifics * Type: Jewelry / Keepsake Box * Style: Middle Eastern * Handmade: Yes * Material: Wood, Marquetry Inlay * Pattern: Geometric Mosaic * Shape: Rectangle * Color: Brown / Tan / Cream * Origin: Believed Syria or Lebanon * Vintage: Yes Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Boxes, Jars & Tins. Brand: Unbranded.

Shape

Rectangle

Occasion

All Occasions

Size

Medium

Year Manufactured

1950

Item Length

12 in

Department

Teens, Adults

Care Instructions

Wax polish, Clean with Damp Cloth

Number in Pack

1

Item Height

3.25 Inches

Style

Ethnic

Features

Decorative, Boxed

Unit Quantity

1

Room

Any Room

Handmade

Yes

Item Width

8 In.

Engraved

No

Pattern

Mosaic

Color

Multicolor

Material

Wood, Shell, Bone, Wood, Bone

Subject

Boxing

Brand

Unbranded

Type

Jewelry Box

Era

Mid 20th Century (1941-1969)

Customized

No

Collection

Keepsake Boxes

Original/Reproduction

Original

Time Period Manufactured

1950-1959

Country of Origin

Syria

Item Weight

7.2 ounces

Suitable For

Furniture

Packaging

Box

Theme

Art

Production Technique

Job Production