Five assorted carved wood and leatherFive assorted carved wood and leather dice tumblers, and 32 assorted ivory and other dice tumblers - 1 5/8 to 4 1/4 in. H.
TWO LARGE ROUND CORNERED SCRIMSHAWEDTWO LARGE ROUND CORNERED SCRIMSHAWED IVORY DICE.Two Large Round Cornered Scrimshawed Ivory Dice. Circa 1890. Scarce set of large scrimshawed ivory dice. Age-consistent craquelure. The larger a 1 5/8” cube.
SET OF THREE LARGE FANCY SCRIMSHAWEDSET OF THREE LARGE FANCY SCRIMSHAWED IVORY DICE.Set of Three Large Fancy Scrimshawed Ivory Dice. American, ca. 1890. Very unusual in that the surfaces are not flat but have inset circles in which the numbers have been scrimshawed. One dice has minor damage. Three dice may be used in the game of Chuck-a-Luck or in a Hieronymus Tub. 2” across diagonally.
A Carved Ivory Chess Set and GameA Carved Ivory Chess Set and Game Board Box Consisting of sixteen chess pieces in carved polished ivory with pigments rubbed into the incised decorations and sixteen chess pieces in amber tinted carved ivory ranging in size from 5-1/4"H to 2-3/4"H contained in a wooden game board box with drawers on each side Oriental style brass handles hinged at the center for carrying. Overall apprx. 17-3/4" x 17-1/3" the perimeter of the top carved with dragon motif the sides geometric motif. Drawers lined with red flocked textile.
IVORY DICE CUP WITH PAIR OF BONEIVORY DICE CUP WITH PAIR OF BONE DICE.Ivory Dice Cup with Pair of Bone Dice. Circa 1890. Near mint. Very nicely turned. 3” x 1 ½”. Dice ¼”.
PAIR OF SCRIMSHAWED IVORY DICE.PairPAIR OF SCRIMSHAWED IVORY DICE.Pair of Scrimshawed Ivory Dice. American, ca. 1890. A few very minor hairline age cracks otherwise near mint. Smaller version of the above set. 1 3/8” across diagonally.
Carved ivory chess set with case.Carved ivory chess set with case. ?
A Carved Ivory Chess Set half ofA Carved Ivory Chess Set half of the figures having red dye the other natural tone contained in a wood box with game board; 32 items total. Height of tallest 3 1/2 inches.
* SET OF SIX ENGRAVED AND INLAID* SET OF SIX ENGRAVED AND INLAID WHALE IVORY DICE 20TH CENTURY .75" X .75" X .75".* SET OF SIX ENGRAVED AND INLAID WHALE IVORY DICE, 20th Century, Exotic wood inlay in the shapes of the suits of cards -- hearts, diamonds, clubs and spades -- and polychrome engravings of crowns, anchors, sun faces and moon faces. Motifs differ slightly on each die. * Per Federal Regulation, this item may only be purchased by a Massachusetts resident and will not be shipped out of state., Dimensions: .75" x .75" x .75".
Two Japanese carved and engravedTwo Japanese carved and engraved ivory boxes, one with dice. Largest, 2"dia. One with age crack. The elephant ivory used in this lot was legally imported into the United States. This item will only be shipped domestically.
A Chinese Carved Ivory Chess SetA Chinese Carved Ivory Chess Set with Wood Marquetry Game Board/Case. The carved ivory figures are cradled inside in padded black velvet fit in an inlaid wood case; half are in natural color with pigmented accents and the other half are dyed a light brown color. The figural chess pieces range between 2-3/4"T and 2"T. Each king figure is signed on the bottom. Each side is protected with a velvet covered board held in with turn buttons. The case is hinged and has a decorative brass Oriental style lock. Measures apprx. 4"T x 8-1/4"W x 16-3/8"L closed.
A Carved Ivory Chess Set A completeA Carved Ivory Chess Set A complete set of carved ivory figural chess pieces in a fitted box; one side tea-stained. Tallest piece 4-1/2"H.
Chinese carved ivory chess setChinese carved ivory chess set with 32 natural and stained game pieces and wood playing board/case interior with purple silk lining. board: 16'' x 16'' Provenance: South Carolina private collection.
Chinese carved ivory chess setChinese carved ivory chess set with 32 natural and stained game pieces and wood playing board/case interior with purple velvet lining. board: 13'' x 13'' Provenance: South Carolina private collection.
A Carved Ivory Puzzle Ball CarvedA Carved Ivory Puzzle Ball Carved puzzle ball with several interior layers carved from a single piece of ivory raised on a carved ivory stand with elephant design.
Ivory Puzzle Ball on Stand CarvedIvory Puzzle Ball on Stand Carved Ivory puzzle ball on a carved ivory standing elephant stand.Ten carved dragon encrusted balls within one another. Base is three standing elephants with trunks extended holding ball.
A Chinese Carved Ivory Chess SetA Chinese Carved Ivory Chess Set with Custom Made Case/Game Board The 32 finely carved ivory figures are cradled inside fitted box with inlaid wood game board; half are in natural color with pigmented accents and the other half are dyed a light brown color. Red and white satin lining in the interior of the box. Covering each side is a silk covered board with red brocade on the outside and a tab and padded blue silk on the underside held in with turn buttons. The case is hinged and has a decorative brass Oriental style lock. Each queen figure and Imperial eunuch is signed. The figural chess pieces range between 2-1/2"T and 5-1/2"T. Case measures apprx. 4-7/8"T x 12"W x 23-7/8"L closed.
CARVED IVORY CHESS SET: CompleteCARVED IVORY CHESS SET: Complete set of 32 pieces kings measure 3 1/4'' h. Sold with game top case. 3'' x 14'' x 7''.CONDITION: Note the occasional chip.
Chinese carved ivory chess setChinese carved ivory chess set with 32 natural and stained game pieces and wood playing board/case interior with purple silk lining. board: 18'' x 18'' Provenance: South Carolina private collection.
Carved Ivory Mystery Ball on StandCarved Ivory Mystery Ball on Stand five inner balls dragon design 2'' diameter ball stand has trio of elephants holding up to ball overall 5'' tall excellent.
Carved ivory puzzle ball on stand,Carved ivory puzzle ball on stand, 2 1/2" d, 6 1/2" h Estimate $200-300
BOX OF IVORY CHESS FIGURES. SixteenBOX OF IVORY CHESS FIGURES. Sixteen red and sixteen white carved pieces. Imperfections. 1 1/2''h. to 2''h.
An Ivory Figural of a Woman PlayingAn Ivory Figural of a Woman Playing A Board Game Carved figure of a woman seated at a demilune table and playing a board game on a rectangular architectural base with a large lantern suspended from a dragon pole above. Carved in the round and assembled with black pigments added to the incised designs and carved forms for accent.
Chinese Carved Ivory Puzzle BallChinese Carved Ivory Puzzle Ball On StandThe stand base finely carved to depict dragons body of the stand carved to depict villigers under an ancient tree the ball depicting dragons having many layers 6.75''H overall circa early 20th century.
32 pc carved ivory chess set, natural32 pc carved ivory chess set, natural and red stained finish, all with puzzle ball bases, kings 6 1/2" tall, pawns 3 1/4" tall, a few breaks, generally very good condition Estimate $800-1,200
* A Chinese Carved Ivory Chess* A Chinese Carved Ivory Chess Set comprising 16 white playing pieces and 16 red playing pieces some bases detached. Height of tallest 5 5/8 inches.
An Ivory Puzzle Ball and StandAn Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand the carved spheres contained in a carved ring and raised atop a turned and pierced base. Height overall 16 5/8 inches.
THREE PIECES OF CARVED IVORY. THREE PIECES OF CARVED IVORY. Nineteenth-early 20th century. Two pieces of American scrimshaw including a crochet hook with dice a ball-in-cage and a finial of a hand holding a rose and retaining its original paint 7 1/4''l. and a fid with fist finial with red white and blue rope-twist carving 7 1/2''l. Together with a Chinese box in the form of a fist holding a snake; the top of the hand comes off. 1 3/4''h.
Chinese Carved Ivory Chess SetChinese Carved Ivory Chess Set China. An export chess set with pieces all carved in ivory fully complete; board 16 x 16 in. Condition: International shipping is not available for this item. This item will only be shipped within the United States except to California.
INDIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURAL CHESSINDIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURAL CHESS SETVintage Indian carved ivory figural chess set in the Rajasthan Style. The kings and queens as caparisoned elephants, riders on elephants, camels and horses make up the rooks, knights and bishops, pawns as riflemen. The kings are approx. 3 1/4" tall, shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
(32) Pcs. Chinese Carved Ivory(32) Pcs. Chinese Carved Ivory Chess SetTo include sixteen pieces in natural white the opposing side tea stained each finely carved and raised on carved double lotus stands all incased in hardwood chess board with blue velvet lining complete with original bill of sale dated 8-12-61 largest piece measures 4''H circa mid 20th century.Important West Bloomfield Michigan Collection.
Carved Ivory Mystery Ball 7 innerCarved Ivory Mystery Ball 7 inner balls dragon decor 1 3/4'' diameter some loss.
Early 20th Century Carved IvoryEarly 20th Century Carved Ivory Chess Set Condition: Some wear to case.Dimensions: Max Ht. of figure 5 1/2''E
Fine Chinese carved ivory fullFine Chinese carved ivory full chess set with unique puzzle ball stem support figures (32)
Two Indian Carved Ivory Chess SetsTwo Indian Carved Ivory Chess Sets each comprised of thirty two figures of various forms containing various figures riding elephants camels and horses. Height of tallest 2 1/2 inches.
Chinese carved ivory chess setChinese carved ivory chess set (International buyers should note that several countries do not allow the importation of lots containing materials made from endangered species. This includes but is not limited to ivory coral and tortoiseshell. Please familiarize yourself with relevant import and customs regulations prior to bidding) with 32 pieces incised Chinese characters set in a Qing cloisonne bowl depicting dragons. Chess pieces: 0.25''H x 1.5'' Dia.; Bowl: 1.5''H x 8.5''Dia. Circa - 18th - 19th C.