AUSTRIAN; ca. 1835

63. Chessmen. Silver, enameled and gilt: silver vs. gilt and blue enameled silver. King 3-1/4" H. Hallmark: Viennese, in use ca. 1835. Matching board, enameled in blue and grey within a reticulated silver gallery. Black lacquer box, chamois-lined and fitted for chessmen, with a drawer for chessboard (not exhibited).

Chess set made for nobility. Each piece is positioned on a reticulated, foliated standard. King and Queen with crown, Bishop wears tiara embellished with original owner's monogram "W" in coroneted shield. Knight is a horse's head, Rook is identified with flowers and bells. Pawns are crested with leafage.

Purchased by donors at Sotheby-Parke-Bernet, Inc., New York, 1973.
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. N.L. Butkin, 1973.