A Ghaznavid Blue-Glazed Ceramic Bishop Chess Piece, Possibly...

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A Ghaznavid Blue-Glazed Ceramic Bishop Chess Piece, Possibly 12th Century.

A rare chess piece in the form of an elephant, crafted from red earthenware and covered in a brilliant blue glaze. The elephant is adorned with carved harness details and carries a howdah structure on its back, indicating its role as a bishop.

H: Approximately 6.5cm

Provenance: From a distinguished European private collection.

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Auction Date: 29th Apr 2025 at 12pm

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Sale Dates:
Tue 29th Apr 2025 12pm (Lots 1 to 444)