19th-Century Syrian Damascene Inlaid Club Chair desk the Austin Museum of Art

the Austin Museum of Art and the University of Texas at Austin

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it exemplifies his vision of making sophisticated design accessible to a wider audience

19th-Century Syrian Damascene Inlaid Club Chair desk the Austin Museum of Art43"H x 36"W 26"D Seat Height: 18 Seat Interior Depth: 22 Seat Interior Width: 24 A monumental presence in any interior, this 19th century Syrian club chair is a masterful study in Levantine craftsmanship, transforming functional seating into a sculptural object of art. The silhouette is commanding, crowned by a scalloped, architectural crest rail that echoes the historic design language of the region. The hardwood frame serves as a canvas for an