Lot 112
  • 112

A German silver "knights and ladies" chess set, probably Hanau, early 20th century

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • Silver, Wood
  • height of king 7 1/4 in., length of board 25 3/4 in.
  • 18.5, 65.5cm

Condition

two pawn faces need to be reglued, slight staining to gilt horses, otherwise good, rare
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