Box (2) - Wood - Taracea marquetry jewelry boxes

Pair of Collection Jewelers - Damascus Inlay - Fine Marquetry with Mother-of-Pearl and Bone - Syria, ca. 1960
​Detailed Description
​Exquisite lot consisting of two handcrafted boxes of great quality, made using the ancient technique of Damascus inlay (damasquin). These pieces, dating before 1970, stand out for the meticulous geometric mosaic work, using natural organic materials of high aesthetic value.
​1. Large Hexagonal Jewelry Box
​Construction: Solid wood structure fully clad with a complex mosaic of micro-inlays.
​Materials: Use of natural nacre (mother-of-pearl) with high iridescence, carved bone, and dyed noble woods.
​Design: Central lid with a geometric star motif, classic symbol of Middle Eastern craftsmanship.
​Interior: Lined with original red velvet, ideal for protecting jewelry or watches.
​Dimensions: 20 × 18 × 7 cm.
​2. Rectangular Desk Coffer
​Style: Matching piece to the main design, ideal for small jewelry pieces or decorative use.
​Materials: Shows the same level of detail in mother-of-pearl and bone inlays.
​Interior: Lined with red velvet.
​Dimensions: 8 × 6 × 4 cm.
Technical Sheet for Auction
​Epoch: Mid-20th Century (ca. 1960 - Pre-1970).
​Technique: Authentic Damascus inlay / marquetry.
​Materials: Wood, natural nacre (mother-of-pearl), bone, velvet.
​Condition: Very good. The pieces are in exceptional condition for their age. They retain the vast majority of their original tesserae and the nacre’s shine is very intense (see detailed photos).