A late 18th century Dieppe polychrome painted marine ivory chess set, the figures in elaborate costume, on natural and red stained turned bases, kings missing, queens -- 3in. high, pawns -- 2in. high.

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A late 18th century Dieppe polychrome painted marine ivory chess set, the figures in elaborate costume, on natural and red stained turned bases, kings missing, queens -- 3in. high, pawns -- 2in. high.

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A similar set from the Paul Reif Collection was sold in Christie's Great Rooms, 18 June, 1979, lot 33.

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