£4,000 - £5,000
An Islamic Rock Crystal King or Queen Chess Piece, 12th Century.
A translucent rock crystal chess piece shaped in a domed, arched form. The surface is finely carved with swirling vegetal scrollwork flowing vertically across the body, bordered by architectural ridges resembling arched niches.
H: Approximately 6.2cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished British collector.
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