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LOT 338

Lot 338

French Turned and Carved Ivory Europe vs. Moors Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century

French Turned and Carved Ivory Europe vs. Moors Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century
Lot 338 Details
French Turned and Carved Ivory Europe vs. Moors Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century

with Ferdinand and Isabella as white monarchs, farmers as bishops, horses as knights, turrets as rooks and soldiers as pawns, each raised on column form pedestal base, monarchs with mark: Méricant à Toulouse
king height 4.1" — 10.4 cm.

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $11,070
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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French Turned and Carved Ivory Europe vs. Moors Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Turned and Carved Ivory Europe vs. Moors Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century
Provenance:

Ex collection Louis Cheno, Brussels, 1980

Note:

Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation.

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good condition with minor losses and repairs (white king and queens crowns, turret crenelations, tassel of one red bishop’s hat.)

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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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