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19th C Fine Carved Bone Chess Set with Box
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19th C Fine Carved Bone Chess Set with Box

19th century
Sold 18 July 2026 · Heydays Antiques
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Description

Fine Late 19th Century of Traditional Style - Natural & Stained Red.

Height of King 4in or 10cm

Height of Castle including Flag 8cm

Height of Pawn 4cm

Attractive Box Embossed with Chess Pieces Shaped Cut Outs

Height 3.75in or 9.5cm

Width 9.5in or 24.4cm

Depth 5in or 12.5cm

Good overall condition, sound and solid but with minor signs of use over the years. Please examine the photos.

Please contact Robert via messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss. Viewing By Appointment Welcome.

Please supply your postcode for shipping options.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
24.4cm (9.61")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Declaration

Heydays Antiques has dated this Antique Bone Chess Set to the 19th Century.

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SA1194124
Dealers Internal Reference
Bf01JS120/590
Description
Fine Late 19th Century of Traditional Style - Natural & Stained Red.

Height of King 4in or 10cm

Height of Castle including Flag 8cm

Height of Pawn 4cm

Attractive Box Embossed with Chess Pieces Shaped Cut Outs

fig 1. A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box.
fig 1. 19th C Fine Carved Bone Chess Set with Box

Height 3.75in or 9.5cm

Width 9.5in or 24.4cm

Depth 5in or 12.5cm

Good overall condition, sound and solid but with minor signs of use over the years. Please examine the photos.

Please contact Robert via messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss. Viewing By Appointment Welcome.

Please supply your postcode for shipping options.

Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
24.4cm (9.61")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Date of Manufacture

Heydays Antiques has dated this Antique Bone Chess Set to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194124
Dealers Internal Ref
Bf01JS120/590
Heydays Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialising in personal attention for 17/18/19th c traditional longcase clocks & early 20th c triple weight quarter chiming musical clocks

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Archive I A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box. SOLD18 JUL 26

19th C Fine Carved Bone Chess Set with Box

Archive II A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box. View II
Archive III A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box. View III
Archive IV A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box. View IV
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A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box.
19th C Fine Carved Bone Chess Set with Box
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A complete set of carved red and off-white bone chess pieces displayed on tiered acrylic stands alongside a wooden storage box.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBone, Wood
  • ColourRed and Off-White
  • MotifsIntricate turning, Hand-carved knights, Detailed finials
  • SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 24.4 cm (10 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth century chess sets often feature distinct regional carving styles, frequently associated with British, European, or Asian export workshops, characterised by intricate turning and hand-carved details.

Traditional sets were predominantly crafted from organic materials such as bone, ivory, and various hardwoods, often utilising natural colourants like cochineal or lac to achieve distinct red hues.

Authenticity is determined by examining tool marks, material grain structure, natural ageing characteristics such as patination and hairline stress cracks, and traditional turning methods.

Such pieces function well as focal points on coffee tables, desks, or within glass-fronted cabinets, adding texture, history, and a sophisticated intellectual element to a room.

Preservation requires stable environmental conditions with moderate humidity and temperature, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent drying, cracking, or colour fading.
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