DAMASCUS ARABESQUE CARVED & INLAID ARMCHAIR
Syrian arabesque carved and inlaid armchair, early 20th c., having a carved foliate crest over floral frieze, circular back splat, flanked by turned finials, with extensive mother of pearl and bone inlay throughout, turned spindle sides, loose back and seat cushion, ending in front hoof feet, approx 39.5"h, 25"w, 32.75"d **Provenance: From the estate of Ali A. Abssi (1934-2020) and Florence Hall Abssi (1919-2014), founders of the Ishtar Gate Gallery in the prestigious Houston Galleria. They were world travelers and dealers of eclectic art, jewelry, antiquities, and gems. Their friends, acquaintances, and customers included people from all continents, including sheiks, prime ministers, royals, business leaders, politicians, and oil magnates. Florence was also a published author.** Start Price: $200.00
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Syrian arabesque carved and inlaid armchair, early 20th c., having a carved foliate crest over floral frieze, circular back splat, flanked by turned finials, with extensive mother of pearl and bone inlay throughout, turned spindle sides, loose back and seat cushion, ending in front hoof feet, approx 39.5"h, 25"w, 32.75"d **Provenance: From the estate of Ali A. Abssi (1934-2020) and Florence Hall Abssi (1919-2014), founders of the Ishtar Gate Gallery in the prestigious Houston Galleria. They were world travelers and dealers of eclectic art, jewelry, antiquities, and gems. Their friends, acquaintances, and customers included people from all continents, including sheiks, prime ministers, royals, business leaders, politicians, and oil magnates. Florence was also a published author.** Start Price: $200.00
Condition Report: Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@austinauction.com All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.