Decorative Arts Auction

December 07, 2015

LOT 121

Lot 121

French Carved and Polychromed Bone Figural Chess Set, Dieppe, c.1770

French Carved and Polychromed Bone Figural Chess Set, Dieppe, c.1770
Lot 121 Details
French Carved and Polychromed Bone Figural Chess Set, Dieppe, c.1770

with European monarchs as kings and queens, admirals with leather tricorn hats as bishops, sea horses as knights, and turrets as rooks and baluster pawns with petal collars
king height 3" — 7.6 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $7,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

One white rook shortened due to the loss of part of baluster support. White king missing sword.

LOT 121
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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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