Antiques & Works of Art

Lot 11:

A Fatimid Carved Jet Chess Piece, Probably 10th–12th...

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Start price: £2,000

Estimated price: £2,500 - £3,000

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Description

A Fatimid Carved Jet Chess Piece, Probably 10th–12th Century.

A carved jet chess piece of domed cylindrical form, the surface deeply incised with bold, stylised facial features to the front, including large spiral eyes and a linear beard rendered in rhythmic, curved strokes. The reverse is decorated with dense geometric and abstract motifs, arranged in intersecting bands and scroll-like forms, creating a highly textured surface.

H: Approximately 6.7cm

Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London collector.