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English Mahogany & Sycamore Chess Board, Circa 1930
For sale by Luke Honey Ltd
for sale €527     $572
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English Mahogany & Sycamore Chess Board, Circa 1930

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Luke Honey Ltd
Description

An English Wooden Chess Board, circa 1930

the alternate chess squares inlaid with mahogany and sycamore within a mahogany border, the reverse with a cerise-coloured baize

Chess Squares: 5cm wide

Board Width: 45.5cm

Stock Reference: MJ 1946

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Declaration

Luke Honey Ltd has dated this Mahogany Sycamore Chess Board to the 1930s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA835948
Dealers Internal Reference
MJ 1946
Description
An English Wooden Chess Board, circa 1930
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the alternate chess squares inlaid with mahogany and sycamore within a mahogany border, the reverse with a cerise-coloured baize.
Luke Honey Ltd

Chess Squares: 5cm wide

Board Width: 45.5cm

Stock Reference: MJ 1946

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Date of Manufacture

Luke Honey Ltd has dated this Mahogany Sycamore Chess Board to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA835948
Dealers Internal Ref
MJ 1946
Luke Honey Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018
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A square antique wooden chess board with alternating light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares within a wooden frame.
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Archive I A square antique wooden chess board with alternating light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares within a wooden frame.

English Mahogany & Sycamore Chess Board, Circa 1930

Archive II A square antique wooden chess board with alternating light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares within a wooden frame. View II
Archive III A square antique wooden chess board with alternating light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares within a wooden frame. View III
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Luke Honey Ltd
Telephone 020 7450 0914
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/lukehoney
Verified Since Jul 2018
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Luke Honey Ltd
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A square antique wooden chess board with alternating light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares within a wooden frame.
English Mahogany & Sycamore Chess Board, circa 1930
Ref: SA835948
A square antique wooden chess board with alternating light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares within a wooden frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectGames Boards
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleEnglish Traditional
  • MaterialMahogany, Sycamore
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInlaid squares, Mitred frame, Alternating timber grid
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 45.5 cm (18 in) x D 45.5 cm (18 in)

This English games board dates from circa 1930 and follows traditional manufacturing methods. The construction comprises light sycamore and dark mahogany inlaid squares arranged in an alternating timber grid pattern, bordered by a solid mahogany frame with mitred corners in warm brown tones. Visible surface features include the natural grain variations of the wood across the playing surface and the joined timber mouldings of the outer edging. Measuring 2.5 cm high, 45.5 cm wide, and 45.5 cm deep, this piece is sized appropriately for placement on a coffee table or display surface. It functions well within a traditional interior scheme, such as a gentleman's library or study, suitable for casual play or decorative display.

FAQs

Early twentieth-century English chess boards typically feature classic geometric parquetry utilizing contrasting timbers, framed by simple solid wood borders.

Makers commonly selected dark hardwoods like mahogany or rosewood alongside light woods such as sycamore, boxwood, or holly to create clear visual contrast.

Authentic boards from the 1930s show natural age-related patination, solid timber construction, mitred corner joints, and minor shrinkage lines across wood seams.

Position the board flat on a coffee table, desk, or sideboard, paired with period wooden chess pieces or displayed as a geometric decorative object.

Keep the board away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber warping or veneer lifting, and apply a light coat of natural beeswax polish periodically.
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