Chess Piece of a King

South Italian

early 20th century (original dated 12th century)

Not on view

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Title: Chess Piece of a King
Date: early 20th century (original dated 12th century)
Culture: South Italian
Medium: Plaster cast
Dimensions: Overall: 2 11/16 x 2 11/16 in. (6.9 x 6.8 cm)
Classification: Reproductions-Ivories
Credit Line: Gift of James F. Magee Jr., 1913
Object Number: 13.170.5
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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