French Carved and Polychromed Ivory Figural ‘Battle of Pavia’ Chess Set, early-mid 20th century
modelled with French and Spanish opposing Renaissance armies led by Francis I and Charles V respectively, jesters or monks as bishops, knights on rearing steeds, turrets as rooks and foot soldiers as pawns
king height 4.75" — 12.1 cm.
June 20, 2016
Estimate $5,000-$7,000
Realised: $64,600
Price Realised: $64,600
This chess set is modeled with French and Spanish opposing Renaissance armies led by Francis I and Charles V respectively, with jesters or monks as bishops, knights on rearing steeds, turrets as rooks and foot soldiers as pawns.
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