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June 14, 2017

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LOT 91

Lot 91

Indian Carved, Polychromed and Parcel Gilt Ivory Figural Chess Set, Rajasthan, late 19th/20th century

Indian Carved, Polychromed and Parcel Gilt Ivory Figural Chess Set, Rajasthan, late 19th/20th century
Lot 91 Details
Indian Carved, Polychromed and Parcel Gilt Ivory Figural Chess Set, Rajasthan, late 19th/20th century

one side green, the other red, with kings, queens and rooks mounted on elephants, bishops on camels, knights on horseback and foot soldiers as pawns
king height 5.85" — 14.9 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Phillips, London, June 13, 1988, Lot 154

CONDITION DETAILS

Three red and one green pawns have dissimilar bases and may be associated. A few losses including a cannon and finial from the green queen and an elephant ear from a green rook.

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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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