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