AN IVORY CHINESE CHESS SET QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

comprising thirty two markers divided in two sets of twelve pieces each, each incised with corresponding symbols and stained in either red or blue, the ivory naturally patinated to a warm yellowing colour

Collection of Edward T. Chow, thence by descent.

All the pieces have age crackles to a varying degree but are generally in good condition. A few pieces are pierced through with a small hole. The actual colour is consistent if not slightly less red compared to the illustration in the catalogue.
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