{"product_id":"damascus-walnut-mother-of-pearl-inlaid-occasional-table","title":"Damascus Walnut \u0026 Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Occasional Table, c.1900–1930","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus Walnut \u0026amp; Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Occasional Table, c.1900–1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn eight-lobed top, carved vines and mother-of-pearl star medallions define this Damascus Walnut \u0026amp; Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Occasional Table, c.1900–1930. Attributed to Damascus, Syria, it combines warm walnut with reflective shell inlay, carried through a sculptural, open base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSyrian occasional table, attributed to Damascus, c.1900–1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid walnut with hand-carved decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine mother-of-pearl star medallions and button inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEight-lobed, scalloped tabletop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightly recessed roundels surrounded by carved vines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree curved legs joined by a linking stretcher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative lower finial and splayed feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished patina with warm timber tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Damascus occasional table brings together shaped walnut, flowing carving and geometric mother-of-pearl inlay. Its eight-lobed top creates a rhythmic outline, while three curved supports give the richly decorated surface a light, balanced setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcross the tabletop, mother-of-pearl stars sit within lightly recessed roundels, framed by finely carved vines. The arrangement combines geometric and plant-based ornament, two longstanding elements of Islamic decorative design. The measured star patterns give the surface order, while the foliage flows between them and follows the scalloped perimeter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus developed an established reputation for furniture embellished with mother-of-pearl and contrasting woods. Walnut was a preferred timber among its cabinetmakers, whose work supplied local homes and customers across the Ottoman Empire and overseas. Tables of this broad period reflect the application of traditional decorative skills to furniture made for an expanding range of interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating from around 1900–1930, this Syrian walnut table belongs within that continuing craft tradition. Small mother-of-pearl button inlays carry the decoration down the curved legs, linking the tabletop visually with the base. A connecting stretcher, decorative lower finial and splayed feet complete the structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately 70.5cm high, the table offers a useful surface beside an armchair or within a hallway. It also works as a small display stand, with sufficient height to give a ceramic vessel or other carefully chosen object a defined setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover \u003c\/strong\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/damascus-mother-of-pearl-tables-history-design\" title=\"Discover the history of Damascus mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture in our Journal, exploring the walnut carving, geometric patterns and workshop traditions behind Syrian tables such as this, and how they found their place in homes locally and overseas.\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehistory of Damascus mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in our Journal, exploring the walnut carving, geometric patterns and workshop traditions behind Syrian tables such as this, and how they found their place in homes locally and overseas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIMENSIONS (APPROX.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 70.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 54cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 54cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMATERIALS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid walnut with hand-carved vine decoration and genuine mother-of-pearl inlay. Shaped tabletop, three curved legs, linking stretcher and decorative lower finial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood decorative condition, with an established patina, light surface wear and small marks consistent with its early 20th-century date. The mother-of-pearl displays natural variations in tone and lustre. The table is structurally sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORIGIN \/ PERIOD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Syria, attributed to Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: c.1900–1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSTYLING SUGGESTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace beside an armchair, against a hallway wall or within a reading corner. Walnut, brass, ceramics and woven textiles provide sympathetic companions. A single small vessel on the top allows the surrounding carving, shell medallions and scalloped outline to remain visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the mother-of-pearl genuine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The table has genuine mother-of-pearl star medallions and button inlays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat timber is the table made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid walnut, with hand-carved decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWas the table made in Damascus?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is attributed to Damascus on the basis of its Syrian design and decorative workmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for everyday use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The table is structurally sound and suitable for normal occasional use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHY THIS OBJECT STANDS APART\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoration extends beyond the tabletop into the supports and base. Its distinctive character comes from the relationship between the lobed outline, recessed medallions and curved legs, with carved walnut and reflective shell contributing throughout the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Campbell Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43100503933184,"sku":"1001524","price":920.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/1459\/1133\/files\/DSCF7707_2746b976-3920-4ee6-94b7-8b7d4ad979f0.jpg?v=1765204856","url":"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/products\/damascus-walnut-mother-of-pearl-inlaid-occasional-table","provider":"Campbell Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}