Lot 49 , An early 20th century rosewood folding games board, external chess and internal backgammon, W 75cm D 56cm when open, W 75cm D 37cm when closed

An early 20th century rosewood folding games board, external chess and internal backgammon, W 75cm D 56cm when open, W 75cm D 37cm when closed

An early 20th century rosewood folding games board, external chess and internal backgammon,
fitted with two sliding compartments containing ebony and ivory draughtsmen,
W 75cm D 56cm when open, W 75cm D 37cm when closed
£300-500

Condition:
Overall perhaps some slight fading but otherwise in good condition. All of the chess pieces are made of turned and carved bone. The backgammon pieces are made from turned ivory and ebony. One red pawn missing, occasional minor chips. All back gammon pieces present.

Sold for £300