Chess Piece of a Queen (Copy of one of the Lewis Chessmen)

Scandinavian

early 20th century (original dated mid-12th century)

Not on view

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Title: Chess Piece of a Queen (Copy of one of the Lewis Chessmen)
Date: early 20th century (original dated mid-12th century)
Culture: Scandinavian
Medium: Plaster cast
Dimensions: Overall: 3 1/16 x 1 5/8 x 1 1/4 in. (7.8 x 4.1 x 3.1 cm)
Classification: Reproductions-Ivories
Credit Line: Gift of James F. Magee Jr., 1920
Object Number: 20.59.2
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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