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LOT 117

Lot 117

French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century

French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
Lot 117 Details
French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century

modelled as Charles V vs. Suleiman the Magnificent (Ottoman Empire) with kings, queens, bishops and knights on rearing steeds, rooks as foot soldiers with pole arms on turrets and pawns as foot soldiers, with halberds or bow and quivers, each piece on stepped base, the European plinths with quatrefoil decoration
king height 5" — 12.7 cm.

Estimate $20,000-$30,000

Realised: $40,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
  • French Carved Ivory Renaissance Style Figural Chess Set, 19th century
Provenance:

Christie’s, Amsterdam, Dec. 21, 1988, Lot 365

CONDITION DETAILS

In excellent condition. One white knight missing plume one broken halberd. No other significant breaks or losses detected.

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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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