An Italian polychrome wood figural chess set, by Anri, 20th century
An Italian polychrome wood figural chess set, by Anri, 20th century

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An Italian polychrome wood figural chess set, by Anri, 20th century
On a medieval theme, kings and queens standing crowned, bishops wearing robes and mitres, knights equestrian in full armour, rooks as turrets, pawns as foot soldiers, with board
the kings -- 7in. (17.8cm.) high
the pawns -- 4½in. (11.5cm.) high

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