Chess set - Jeu d'échec en stéatite sculpté mains - Soapstone

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Game in good condition, only the white horse has been glued back, but it's not very visible. See photo.
A soft and gentle stone to the touch, also known as 'soapstone'.. The pieces have been finely sculpted and feature a beautiful natural finish.
This chess set is a true vintage treasure that will appeal to strategy game enthusiasts and interior decor lovers.
It conserves very well and will offer you hours of pleasure to play or simply admire it.
Beautiful pieces of African style.
Beautiful marquetry box for storing the game.
Weight: 1.5 kg
Crown height: 13 cm, base: 3 cm.
Pawn height: 4.5 cm, base: 2.5 cm.

Game in good condition, only the white horse has been glued back, but it's not very visible. See photo.
A soft and gentle stone to the touch, also known as 'soapstone'.. The pieces have been finely sculpted and feature a beautiful natural finish.
This chess set is a true vintage treasure that will appeal to strategy game enthusiasts and interior decor lovers.
It conserves very well and will offer you hours of pleasure to play or simply admire it.
Beautiful pieces of African style.
Beautiful marquetry box for storing the game.
Weight: 1.5 kg
Crown height: 13 cm, base: 3 cm.
Pawn height: 4.5 cm, base: 2.5 cm.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Nr of items
32
Material
Soapstone
Model/ Name
Jeu d'échec en stéatite sculpté mains
Country of Origin
Africa
Condition
Good
Estimated Period
1960-1970
Sold by
BelgiumVerified
127
Objects sold
100%
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