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wmf-silver-plated-chess-set-german-1896

WMF was originally called Metallwarenfabrik Straub & Schweizer and was opened as a metal repairing workshop. Through mergers and acquisitions, by 1900 they were the world's largest producer and exporter...

wmf-silver-plated-chess-set-german-1896

WMF was originally called Metallwarenfabrik Straub & Schweizer and was opened as a metal repairing workshop. Through mergers and acquisitions, by 1900 they were the world's largest producer and exporter...

unusual-rocking-horse-selenus-chess-set-circa-1830

Intriguing German “Selenus” pattern chess set from the Biedermeier period (1815-1848). The knights have ‘rocking horse’ finials. Nicely polished bone; one side has a very dark brown stain.  

unusual-rocking-horse-selenus-chess-set-circa-1830

Intriguing German “Selenus” pattern chess set from the Biedermeier period (1815-1848). The knights have ‘rocking horse’ finials. Nicely polished bone; one side has a very dark brown stain.  

farmer-carved-wooden-chess-set-by-dolfi

The Val Gardena region in the Southern Tyrol of Northern Italy is famous for its hand crafted chess sets. The company of Dolfi was founded in 1892 and produces chess...

farmer-carved-wooden-chess-set-by-dolfi

The Val Gardena region in the Southern Tyrol of Northern Italy is famous for its hand crafted chess sets. The company of Dolfi was founded in 1892 and produces chess...

heraldic-glass-chess-board-19th-century

Colourful Victorian glass board. Perfect for a Gothic interior. Each chess square is 4.6cm wide.  

heraldic-glass-chess-board-19th-century

Colourful Victorian glass board. Perfect for a Gothic interior. Each chess square is 4.6cm wide.  

rajasthan-chess-elephant-circa-1840

Collection of ten chess pieces from various early to mid 19th century “Rajhasthan” sets. These were made for export to Great Britain from India. The sets often depict forces of...

rajasthan-chess-elephant-circa-1840

Collection of ten chess pieces from various early to mid 19th century “Rajhasthan” sets. These were made for export to Great Britain from India. The sets often depict forces of...

mahjong-set-shanghai-circa-1925

Lovely original 1920’s mahjong set in excellent condition. All complete: all tiles present, Ming Box with the four wind discs and dice box with sliding lid. As an extra bonus,...

mahjong-set-shanghai-circa-1925

Lovely original 1920’s mahjong set in excellent condition. All complete: all tiles present, Ming Box with the four wind discs and dice box with sliding lid. As an extra bonus,...