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A lacquered ivory chess set with gilt highlights, complete, India, probably 19th century, 14.5 cm high maximum (lacks, damage and restorations)
A similar set was sold at Bonhams, London, 24 April 2018, lot 279
Please note that Piguet will not be able to assist buyers with the shipment outside Switzerland of any lots containing elephant ivory, tortoiseshell, coral or exotic skins. A buyer’s inability to export or import these lots outside of Switzerland cannot justify a delay in payment or cancellation of the sale.
Description
A lacquered ivory chess set with gilt highlights, complete, India, probably 19th century, 14.5 cm high maximum (lacks, damage and restorations)
A similar set was sold at Bonhams, London, 24 April 2018, lot 279
Please note that Piguet will not be able to assist buyers with the shipment outside Switzerland of any lots containing elephant ivory, tortoiseshell, coral or exotic skins. A buyer’s inability to export or import these lots outside of Switzerland cannot justify a delay in payment or cancellation of the sale.
Condition report
Overall wear to the surface
Some surface scratches
Some lacks to the lacquer
Damage, lacks and restorations
Some cracks
Wear and lacks to the gilding
Some traces of glue
One of the cannons of the small red elephant mounted upside down
Some repainting, especially on two of the pieces
Note: there is no board with this lot
This lot contains ivory. Commercial trade in ivory is regulated. Piguet therefore recommends that, before taking any action related to a potential purchase or handling of an ivory item, buyers seek advice on the applicable regulations and requirements. Piguet will not conduct any applications for exemption certificates, CITES licenses, registrations, or similar documents that may be required, including their renewal or update, nor arrange for import or export permits needed for international shipping. A buyer's inability or delay in obtaining the necessary documentation, or in lawfully arranging the export or import of the lot, will not justify the cancellation of the sale or a delay in payment.