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A rare 19th century Indian ivory figural chess set includes a…
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Auckland
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27-Feb-2014
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A rare 19th century Indian ivory figural chess set includes a full set of gilded polychrome pieces in traditional Rajasthan style. The Kings and queens modelled as princes seated on a howdah, the camels as bishops, knights as horseriders, elephants as rooks and pawns as light cavalry. Some losses to gilding and weapons. Letter of provenance provided, circa 1870. King. Height 17.5 cm. Pawn. Height 6 cm
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Unclassified