CIRCA 1970

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AN ARCTIC CIRCLE CARVED WALRUS IVORY FIGURAL CHESS SET AND BOARD
CIRCA 1970
The figures modelled as Eskimo hunters, walrus', polar bears and the rooks as igloos, the pawns as seals, some inscribed with initials 'R.L 77' to underside
The king -- 2 in. (5 cm.) high; the pawn -- 1¼ in. (3 cm.) high
Together with an ivory, hardwood and pewter strung board -- 10 in. (25.5 cm.) wide

Special notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis. This lot will be removed to an off-site warehouse at the close of business on the day of sale - 2 weeks free storage

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Lot Essay

From the late 19th Century into the 20th Century Eskimo ivory carvers started to produce sets for trade. The earlier examples depicted Eskimos versus Europeans or Russians, and later the rituals of daily life together with animals were familiar subjects.

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