Mid 20th Century Mid-Century Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Box

Description

Mid-Century Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Box
Handcrafted inlaid wood marquetry box with Moorish geometric inlay work handcrafted with intricate decorative beige, … more Mid-Century Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Box
Handcrafted inlaid wood marquetry box with Moorish geometric inlay work handcrafted with intricate decorative beige, amber, and brown design which decorates the entire wooden box.

The ornate design style was developed by the Moors, a group from North Africa who conquered the Iberian Peninsula in the eighth century and ruled the region through the 15th century. Throughout that period, both religious and secular architecture—from mosques to fortresses to palaces to private homes—developed its own Islamic-influenced style, which became known as Moorish design.

Dimensions
Height: 1.18 in.
Width: 3.5 in.
Depth: 2.38 in. less