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