Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 188

Lot 188

Russian Carved Walrus Ivory Figural Chess Set, KHOLMOGORY 19th century

Russian Carved Walrus Ivory Figural Chess Set, KHOLMOGORY 19th century
Lot 188 Details
Russian Carved Walrus Ivory Figural Chess Set, KHOLMOGORY 19th century

depicting the Turks vs. Romans, modelled with seated kings, standing queens, bishops as elephants, mounted knights, rooks as ships and pawns as foot soldiers
king height 2.8" — 7 cm.
contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

Estimate $7,000-$9,000

Realised: $15,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Russian Carved Walrus Ivory Figural Chess Set, KHOLMOGORY 19th century
  • Russian Carved Walrus Ivory Figural Chess Set, KHOLMOGORY 19th century
  • Russian Carved Walrus Ivory Figural Chess Set, KHOLMOGORY 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Losses (ship mast flags).

LOT 188
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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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