Chessmen (32)

British

Not on view

This set suggests some of the qualities to be seen in the design that was registered as Staunton in 1849 (see No. 97). Although somewhat crude in workmanship, it still embodies some of the elegance and decorative quality that were features of early nineteenth-century pieces.

Chessmen (32), Bone, ivory, British

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