Chess

The Chess, Games & Playing Card department at Bonhams specializes in the auctioning of fine antique chess sets (including Jaques Staunton), chess collectables, games boards, antique games, gambling memorabilia and fine playing cards.

Bonhams is the only International Auction House holding dedicated sales of Chess and Games on a regular basis, twice a year.

Our Specialist would be delighted to answer any query regarding valuation or appraisal of your collection.

Highlights from past auctions

Sold for £7,500 inc. premium
An East India (John Company) ivory figural part or composite chess set, Berhampur, circa 1840,
Sold for £8,125 inc. premium
A Chinese Export ivory "King George" chess set in a lacquered table cabinet, Canton, early 19th century,
Sold for £13,750 inc. premium
An ivory netsuke chess set, Japanese, late 19th/early 20th century,
Sold for £10,000 inc. premium
A Chinese Export ivory "bust" chess set, Macao, early 19th century,

Contacts

Chess (UK) Bonhams
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General Enquiries
Luke Honey Bonhams
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Montpelier Street
London, SW7 1HH
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