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A South German ivory and ebony marquetry gamesboard, partially engraved in the manner of Virgil Solis (1514-1652), first half 17th century
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the whole inlaid with scrolling foliage and strapwork, the exterior with a chess board, the ivory engraved with heads of figures from biblical and ancient history, within a border of scrollwork with grotesque masks, the reverse with Nine Men’s Morris, the interior with backgammon board, the borders with oval panels engraved with fruit and flora, with etched and gilt hinges and catch.