REF1727 French Lyon pattern chess set, box & board.
Circa 1850-1890
French playing set the pieces of fruitwood and bone. One side a dark brown polished finish, the other natural polished finish. The bases , galleries & knights heads in polished bone.
This pattern is known as the “Lyon” chessmen as they originate from Lyon & surrounding province.
Set comes with mahogany dovetailed box.
Comes with fine walnut framed chess board, the squares of satin birch & walnut, the squares with attractive detailed parquerty borders. The board same period as the set.
Kings 8.2 CM Tall Board 39 CM Squares 4.6 CM
All the sets go through a professional workshop before they go online, any minor faults such as chips or splits are restored, therefore the sets are all in excellent condition.
Please note all prices include postage/shipping charges and Insurance valuation.
Instalment / lay away plans welcome.
SOLD
Includes shipping & insurance valuation