Made by hand in Damascus by Mohammad Tarek Al-Dahh, one of the younger generation keeping this craft alive. Read his story →
This small octagonal box is carved entirely by hand from dried beechwood and finished in a rich walnut tone. Mother-of-pearl is inlaid into the carving.
Inside, a wine-red velvet lining protects jewelry and keepsakes. It is made for everyday use or display.
Piece Details
• Outside: 12.5 × 7.5 × 7 cm (4.9 × 3.0 × 2.8 in)
• Inside: 9.5 × 4.5 × 5 cm (3.7 × 1.8 × 2.0 in)
• Weight: 215 g (7.6 oz)
• Materials: dried beechwood with walnut finish, mother-of-pearl inlay, wine-red velvet interior
• Packaging: comes in a soft velvet pouch
• Handmade, so no two pieces are exactly alike