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Indian Carved Rook Chessman
Indian Carved Rook Chessman
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Description
Late 19th century AD. A carved ivory rook chessman formed in three sections and secured with a brass stud to the top; the body carved with tiers and an arcade, inset gallery and overhanging dome. 51 grams, 71mm (2 3/4"). Property of a Warwickshire gentleman; formerly in the private collection of the famous actor Leslie Phillips; acquired 1950-1960. Born in 1924 in London, Leslie Phillips attended the Italia Conti Academy where he developed the slightly affected accent which became his trademark. He usually played a roguish, suave charmer, and also enjoyed successful comic roles in the early Carry On films and on radio’s The Navy Lark. He has appeared in more than fifty films, plays and TV series spanning six decades; and recently gained new fans through his appearances in the Harry Potter films. He was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 1998 Queen's Birthday Honours; promoted to Commander (CBE) in the 2008 New Year Honours. [No Reserve]
Condition
Very fine condition.
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Indian Carved Rook Chessman

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