American Folk Art Silk Woven Birdseye Maple Chess & Checkers Board, c.1880

Description

Exceptional American folk art parlor game board featuring silk ribbons forming bold red and blue squares inset beneath glass within a bird's-eye maple frame; rare textile construction, circa 1880.

27 3/4 inches wide by 19 1/2 inches tall; 1 1/2 inches deep.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Displays water spotting and uneven toning to silk with minor edge wear to frame, stable overall.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Maple

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Displays water spotting and uneven toning to silk with minor edge wear to frame, stable overall.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

19.5 x 27.75 x 1.5 in

American Folk Art Silk Woven Birdseye Maple Chess & Checkers Board, c.1880

Lot 0559

Estimate $1,100-$2,700

Starting Bid

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$550

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