Chessmen (32)

Unknown

mid-19th century · Bone, ivory · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

This set suggests some of the qualities to be seen in the design that was registered as Staunton in 1849 (see No. 97). Although somewhat crude in workmanship, it still embodies some of the elegance and decorative quality that were features of early nineteenth-century pieces.

Artist

Unknown

Date

mid-19th century

Medium

Bone, ivory

Culture

British

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of Gustavus A. Pfeiffer, 1948