19th Century Davenport Desk with inlaid Mother of Pearl

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Posted by vic93
12 years ago
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Description

I was told the design and construction of one of these was a treasured tradition.  A master craftsman would begin making the desk with his son.  Eventually, the father dies, leaving his son to finish it.  This son, now a master craftsmen, starts another one with his son.
Category Furniture
Distinguishing marks Stamped: "Made in Syria" in several hidden areas.
Condition Excellent
Date Period This Davenport Prayer Desk was made in Syria circa 1870.
Price Paid (If known) It was willed to my grandfather, a very talented antique restorer. I'm his namesake.
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 12 years ago

The story is bunk and it's not a prayer desk. It's whats called a Davenport Desk. Most of them date from the mid 19th century, but the "Made in Syria" marking indicates this one is a later reproduction. The modern Syrian state was established after the first World War as a French mandate (1918) . Here is a link for you:

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/search?q=davenport+desk&by_date=2013-11-01T12:58:28.309Z&sort=relevance&dtype=gallery&hasimage=true&type=complete&rows=20&pagenum=2

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