LOT 686
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Lot 686
A CHINESE CANTON EXPORT CARVED IVORY CHESS SET, 19TH CENTURY.A complete set of 32 chess pieces, each dressed in traditional Chinese costume and rising from pedestal bases carved with reticulated ivory puzzle balls of various size. One set in natural tone, the other in ruby colored stain; together with 32 scenic carved ivory game counters and two carved ivory shaker cups. The tallest piece 7 inches (18 cm).
Estimate:
$1,000 - 1,500
€ 740 - 1,100
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