Lot 3293

CHESS SET Probably England, Circa 1890 Heights from 1.5” to 3.5”.

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CHESS SET Probably England, Circa 1890 Heights from 1.5” to 3.5”.

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Description

CHESS SET
Probably England, Circa 1890
Carved ivory game pieces in the form of Chinese figures. Checkerboard-topped carrying case.
Heights from 1.5” to 3.5”.

Condition

One pennant on the red elephant is broken but present. A few small chips and age splits on various pieces. Structurally sound.

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CHESS SET Probably England, Circa 1890 Heights from 1.5” to 3.5”.

Name: CHESS SET Probably England, Circa 1890 Heights from 1.5” to 3.5”.
SKU: 145584564
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $800

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