Elephant Chessman, Rajasthan, circa 1840
An Indian Export Ivory Chessman, probably a Rook, Rajasthan, circa 1840
painted and lacquered in red, with gilt highlights, featuring an elephant on a rectangular base, with the mahout driver (canopy missing)
Height: 9.9cm
Width: 4.3cm
Depth: 6.6cm
Reference: Frank Greygoose, Chessmen, pp. 126-127, figures 132 and 133
Stock Reference: MJ 1710
Important Notice on the Export of Antique Elephant Ivory (CITES)
Please note that as the chess set contains antique elephant ivory it will require a CITES export licence to export to destinations outside the European Union. Due to recent US legislation, it is with regret that we are unable to export this item to the United States of America. Please contact me if you need further information.
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