Chinese-style International Chess Set


Item Number: 167

Time Left: CLOSED

Online Close: Jun 25, 2007 11:59 PM EDT

Bid History: 9 bids - Item Sold!

Description

This is a reproduction of a Chinese antique-style international chess set.  Attractive case and board (made of wood and leather).  Chess pieces are figurines in traditional Chinese dress.  Chess board and outer case include pairs of dragon and phoenix paintings.  Well-wishing "fu lu shou" ( 福禄寿; happiness, wealth, and longevity) c haracters also painted on outside case.  Case closes up and easy to carry with traditional style metal buckle and handle.

Special Instructions

Winning bidder will pay shipping costs.  Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.

Donated by

Alice Easter, Yale-China Trustee, Teaching Fellow 1998-2000
Matt Easter, Yale-China Teaching Fellow 1997-1999