Asian Art Online Auction

April 25, 2013

LOT 54

Lot 54

Export Ivory Chess Set

Export Ivory Chess Set
Lot 54 Details
Export Ivory Chess Set

With one side stained red, overall the kings, queens, and bishops finely carved. Two additional red pawns included
white king with finial height 4.1" — 10.5 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $204
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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CONDITION DETAILS

Red king missing hat finial; taller figures probably better carved than rooks, knights and pawns, pawns with losses to weapons

LOT 54
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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