Decorative Arts and International Fine Art Auction

December 10, 2014

LOT 341

Lot 341

French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century

French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
Lot 341 Details
French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century

finely detailed with Louis-Philippe and Maria Amalia de Bourbon as white King and Queen, Abdelkader El Djezairi as red King, fous as bishops, Napoleon’s columns and Obelisks as rooks and infantrymen as pawns
Rook height 5.1" — 13 cm.

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $24,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Battle of Algiers Chess Set, Dieppe, 1st half, 19th century
Provenance:

Ex collection Louis Cheno, Brussels, 1980

Note:

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

CONDITION DETAILS

Some minor damage; some swords missing, on red pawn possibly a replacement.

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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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