Collection Highlights
Dish: footed compote with cover
1825-1845
1936.693ab
Glass
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Chess set
Object name
Chess set
Date
1875-1900
Medium
Ivory, wood
Dimensions
box: 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 5 1/8 in. ( 6.4 x 8.9 x 13 cm )
Description
Incomplete ivory chess set with red and white pieces; pieces are turned and/or carved and screw into bases; taller pieces are composed of 2 or more parts that screw together; in wooden box with sliding lid.