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Magnificent Jaques ‘Bcca Trophy’ Tournament Chess Board, 1930s
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Magnificent Jaques ‘Bcca Trophy’ Tournament Chess Board, 1930s

1920 - 1940
Sold 17 March 2025 · Luke Honey Ltd
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A Magnificent Jaques ‘BCCA Trophy’ Tournament Chess Board, 1930s

alternate chess squares in rosewood and satin-birch within a mahogany border, with a mahogany panel to the reverse, stamped JAQUES LONDON on the border, with ‘silver-coloured metal’ plates to the board: ‘County Junior Correspondance Championship’... ‘B. C. C. A Trophy’ (British Chess Correspondance Association)... and three shields: ‘1952 Warwickshire’... ‘1955 Lancashire’... ‘1953 Sussex’.

Size: 60.6cm x 61.6cm x 2.3cm

Chess Squares: 6.7cm

Stock Reference: AS 2029

Date of Manufacture

Luke Honey Ltd has dated this Vintage Wooden Chess Board to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.3cm (0.91")
Width
61.6cm (24.25")
Depth
60.6cm (23.86")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1018314
Dealers Internal Reference
AS 2029
Description
A Magnificent Jaques ‘BCCA Trophy’ Tournament Chess Board, 1930s

alternate chess squares in rosewood and satin-birch within a mahogany border, with a mahogany panel to the reverse, stamped JAQUES LONDON on the border, with ‘silver-coloured metal’ plates to the board: ‘County Junior Correspondance Championship’... ‘B. C. C. A Trophy’ (British Chess Correspondance Association)... and three shields: ‘1952 Warwickshire’... ‘1955 Lancashire’... ‘1953 Sussex’.

Size: 60.6cm x 61.6cm x 2.3cm

Chess Squares: 6.7cm

Stock Reference: AS 2029

Date of Manufacture

Luke Honey Ltd has dated this Vintage Wooden Chess Board to the 1930s.

Height
2.3cm (0.91")
Width
61.6cm (24.25")
Depth
60.6cm (23.86")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1018314
Dealers Internal Ref
AS 2029
Luke Honey Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Luke Honey Ltd Profile Page

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Archive I A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Magnificent Jaques ‘Bcca Trophy’ Tournament Chess Board, 1930s

Archive II A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques. View II
Archive III A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques. View III
Archive IV A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques. View IV
Archive V A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques. View V
Archive VI A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques. View VI
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Luke Honey Ltd
Telephone 020 7450 0914
Location
London
SW8
United Kingdom

By appointment only
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/lukehoney
Verified Since Jul 2018
Items For Sale 22
Items Sold 148
Luke Honey Ltd
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A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques.
Magnificent Jaques ‘BCCA Trophy’ Tournament Chess Board, 1930s
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A square wooden tournament chess board featuring alternating light and dark wood squares, bordered by a wooden frame with inlaid metal plaques.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGame Boards
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialMahogany, Maple, Walnut, Sterling Silver
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsParquetry squares, Inlaid corner plaques, Engraved presentation plates, Hardwood framing
  • SizeH 2.3 cm (1 in) x W 61.6 cm (24 in) x D 60.6 cm (24 in)

FAQs

Boards from this era typically feature traditional contrasting wood veneers, solid hardwood frames, and often carry maker stamps or tournament plaques denoting their provenance.

Craftsmen commonly utilised hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, maple, and oak, often incorporating detailed marquetry or parquetry work for the playing squares.

Authenticity is generally verified through maker signatures, traditional joinery methods, appropriate patina on the wood surfaces, and documentation or hallmarks relating to specific competitions.

This piece works exceptionally well displayed flat on a coffee table, desk, or sideboard as a focal point, combining historical charm with interactive decor.

Keep the board away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent wood warping and veneer cracking, occasionally treating the surface with a suitable microcrystalline wax.
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