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Click here to subscribeA Staunton pattern boxwood and ebony chess set - mid-20th century, the kings 7.4cm high, the pawns 3.6cm high, in a pine box; also containing a letter from the owner regarding provenance.* Complete. The black king has a chip to the cross finial (appears to be a factory fault, as it is under the varnish). One white pawn has a small shrinkage split to the base. A little wear to ebonised finish to the black knights. No other faults. The box has some losses to the edges of the sliding lid.
A collection of vintage toys and games - 1960s-70s, including a painted wooden 1970s racing car by Jenny Wren Crafts, Derbyshire, 25cm long; a collection of wooden blocks, a toy train and buildings; card games; a boxwood chess set; Scrabble for Juniors; wooden jigsaw puzzles; three nested card Easter eggs; etc.
This exquisite Persian Khatam Kari game set features intricate micro mosaic inlay designs, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of Persian artisans. The board serves a dual purpose, functioning as both a backgammon and chess set. The exterior is adorned with detailed miniature paintings depicting traditional Persian scenes, while the playing surface boasts an elaborate inlay pattern. Includes matching playing pieces. Dimensions: 15.75"L x 15.75"W x 1.5"H open, 15.75"L x 8"W x 2.75"H closed.Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
Victorian walnut and burr walnut sewing and games table of trumpet form, the octagonal hinged lid with Tunbridgeware-style inlay forming a chess board, surrounded by scrolling foliate inlay and a Tunbridgeware-style inlaid border, opening to a fitted fabric lined interior, on three carved splayed legs, 75cm high x 43cm deep
An onyx chess board and pieces 20th century, each piece raised on an onyx socle, board 50cm squarekings 9cm highProvenance: The property of a collector, Knebworth, Hertfordshire Condition ReportGood condition with no visible restoration cracks or breaks. Wear and minor losses to the finishes on the pieces.
A ebony and ivory games board, late 17th century, probably German, the exterior a chess board and the interior backgammon, with wooden and ivory counters, 59cm wide 37cm deep 13cm high IMPORTANT NOTEThis lot contains ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. Condition ReportWith ebony wood veneer, with old repairs visible, where ebony has been replaced with a stained wood. Knocks and wear to the veneer. Please see additional images.
A Late XIX Century Games Compendium, the hinged cover opening to a fully fitted interior with lift-out trays containing: draughts, cribbage board, steeplechase horses, whist/bezique markers, dominoes etc, the hinged front opening for chess pieces.Outside of box with many surface scratches and marks, no key, chess, dominoes and checkers pieces all appear to be present, one horse missing from steeplechase, board with all over wear, everything with general wear commensurate with usage. See images.
A Staunton J. Jaques and Son Boxwood and Ebony Chess Set, the kings stamped 'Jaques London' mark and crown mark to some pieces, the mahogany box with paper label together with chess board.One black pawn with piece chipped off, one black knight with imperfection to face, one white knight with imperfection to body, one white rook with flaking wood between towers. See images. King approx. 9cm high, pieces are weighted black king weight approx. 90gms, white king approx. 70gms.Box 20 wide, 15.5 deep and 10cm high.
Matchbox group of Gerry Anderson Thunderbirds models including Rescue Pack Gift Set, Thunderbird 2 with Thunderbird 4; Thunderbird 1, Thunderbird 3 and 4 x Lady Penelope's FAB 1 Rolls Royce, also with Stingray & Terrorfish; Thunderbirds Chess Set - all Near Mint to Mint in Good to Excellent factory sealed blister packs & window box - Chess Set lid been opened but most parts in sealed bags. (7)
Chess.- Middleton (Thomas) The Works, 5 vol., edited by Rev. Alexander Dyce, half-titles, engraved portrait frontispiece to vol. 1 (tiny hole, trimmed and laid down), folding engraved frontispiece of pieces gathered around a chess board to vol. 4, frontispiece to vol. 4 lightly offset, foxing at beginning and end, contemporary red morocco, richly gilt, expertly rebacked, the odd spot or small mark to covers, some rubbing to corners, g.e., 8vo, Edward Lumley, 1840. *** A handsome set of the works of Middleton with strong chess provenance. Vol. 4 includes the satirical play 'A Game at Chess', first staged by the King's Men at the Globe Theatre in 1624. Provenance: Dr. Meindert Niemeijer (1902-87), Dutch lawyer, international chess master, and historian of the game (bookplate to vol. 1); J. W. Niemeijer, son of the above (bookplate to front free endpaper vol. 1).
Y A REGENCY MAHOGANY AND ROSEWOOD CROSSBANDED GAMES TABLE CIRCA 1820 The sliding central top enclosing marquetry backgammon recesses and chequer board, the frieze with a short drawer to each side and false drawer fronts, with various turned wood counters and chess pieces 75cm high, 123cm wide, 71cm deep