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LOT 339

Lot 339

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

French Turned and Carved Europe vs. Moors Ivory Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century
Lot 339 Details
French Turned and Carved Europe vs. Moors Ivory Bust Form Chess Set, 19th century

the white army with Napoleon and Maire Louise as monarchs, Tyrolleans as bishops, and grenadiers as pawns, the red army with Chiefs as monarchs, jesters as bishops, and infantry as pawns, both sides with horses as knights and turrets as rooks, all on baluster bases
king height 3.7" — 9.5 cm.

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $4,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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

In substantially very good condition. Minor losses/restoration to both red monarch feather headdresses.

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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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