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LOT 344

Lot 344

German Turned and Carved Ivory ‘Selenus’ Pattern Chess Set, early/mid 19th century

German Turned and Carved Ivory ‘Selenus’ Pattern Chess Set, early/mid 19th century
Lot 344 Details
German Turned and Carved Ivory ‘Selenus’ Pattern Chess Set, early/mid 19th century

one side stained dark brown, kings, queens and bishops with faces over galleried bodies and horses as knights, all on baluster bases, and turrets as rooks,
height 4.5" — 11.4 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $6,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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German Turned and Carved Ivory ‘Selenus’ Pattern Chess Set, early/mid 19th century
  • German Turned and Carved Ivory ‘Selenus’ Pattern Chess Set, early/mid 19th century
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CONDITION DETAILS

Minor losses (white rook’s flags, one point of white king’s crown, and some of his lower gallery, as with brown queen). Two brown pawns with shortened ‘necks’.

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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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