I have been researching online to discover the age and value of this chess.
It is in excellent condition as far as the structure. The leather straps on the side are missing, except for a piece or two. The hardware looks as old as the trunk. The top is a dome with five wood strips with unique metal hardware attached at each end. The front has five wood strips with unique metal pieces on each end *(the 3rd wood piece is only half the size of the others). The top of the latchet is missing the top metal piece, showing only two old screws?
To the left of this is a another metal latchet but much longer. I think the body is actually wood and covered with a very light metal and it sits flat on the floor. Inside there is wallpaper with S.A. Maxwell Co., New York, and looks as if it has been covered over another wallpaper. The size is 28 x 15 1/2 x 24 inches. Weight is 30 to 40 lbs approximately (not real sure on this, comparing it to my dog).
Description
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Wood and metal
Distinguishing marks
the only marking is the wallpaper inside S.A.Maxwell, New York
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
28 inches x 15 1/2 inches x 24 inches
Date Period
18th century or 19th century
Weight
40 lbs approximately?
History
I bought it at a thrift store. I am trying to find out about it.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
50.00
For Sale?
No