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Antique Chess Board Set, English Painted Glass, Pine, Parlour Game, Edwardian
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Antique Chess Board Set, English Painted Glass, Pine, Parlour Game, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 June 2026 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique chess board set. An English, painted glass and pine game with boxwood pieces, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Striking hand-painted board with a cased set of fine pieces

Presenting a desirable aged patina and in good order

Stained pine board frame with deep chestnut hues and robust form

Quality glass panel, reverse painted with cream and mottled hues

Superb playing surface, with an eye-catching checkerboard effect

Delightful pieces crafted in the Regency revival Calvert Pattern

Crafted in boxwood, with a natural and ebonised finish respectively

The pieces reside within a quality mahogany case, for storage or travel

This is a fascinating antique chess board and pieces, with a delightful hand finished charm. Ideal for lovers of the game or as decorative interest. Delivered ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 48cm (19'')

Max Depth: 48cm (19'')

Max Height: 7cm (2.75'')

Board Width: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Board Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Chess Board Set to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1201657
Dealers Internal Reference
25932
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Description
This is an antique chess board set.
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An English, painted glass and pine game with boxwood pieces, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
London Fine Antiques

Striking hand-painted board with a cased set of fine pieces

Presenting a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An antique Edwardian chess board set featuring a wooden frame, painted glass surface, and turned wooden pieces.
fig 1. Antique Chess Board Set, English Painted Glass, Pine, Parlour Game, Edwardian

Stained pine board frame with deep chestnut hues and robust form

Quality glass panel, reverse painted with cream and mottled hues

Superb playing surface, with an eye-catching checkerboard effect

Delightful pieces crafted in the Regency revival Calvert Pattern

fig 2. An antique Edwardian chess board set featuring a wooden frame, painted glass surface, and turned wooden pieces.
fig 2. Antique Chess Board Set, English Painted Glass, Pine, Parlour Game, Edwardian

Crafted in boxwood, with a natural and ebonised finish respectively

The pieces reside within a quality mahogany case, for storage or travel

This is a fascinating antique chess board and pieces, with a delightful hand finished charm. Ideal for lovers of the game or as decorative interest. Delivered ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 48cm (19'')

Max Depth: 48cm (19'')

Max Height: 7cm (2.75'')

Board Width: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Board Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Chess Board Set to the Edwardian era.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201657
Dealers Internal Ref
25932
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique Edwardian chess board set featuring a wooden frame, painted glass surface, and turned wooden pieces.
Antique Chess Board Set, English Painted Glass, Pine, Parlour Game, Edwardian
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectParlour Games
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialPine, Glass, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPainted glass surface, Turned wooden pieces, Wooden frame, Hand-painted details
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Edwardian board games typically reflect the refined leisure pursuits of the early 20th century, often featuring quality craftsmanship, traditional materials, and decorative flourishes suitable for parlour use.

Antique chess sets and boards were frequently crafted from native and exotic woods such as pine, boxwood, ebony, and mahogany, occasionally incorporating specialized elements like reverse-painted glass.

Authenticity is typically assessed through material ageing, hand-carved detailing on the pieces, traditional joinery methods, and characteristic wear patterns consistent with period use.

An antique chess set functions well as a focal point on a coffee table, side table, or within a dedicated games room, adding intellectual charm and historical texture to modern spaces.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent wood fading and glass degradation, and gently dusting with a dry, soft cloth.
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