French Ivory Figural Chess Set - Henry VIII vs. Francois I

A late-19th century French ivory figural set, on the theme of "The Field of the Cloth of Gold", the famous extravagant meeting of King Henry VIII of England and Francois I of France near Calais in 1520. King size 4".

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For more detail, click on any of the photos below.

   
French Ivory Figural Set - Black King and Queen
French Ivory Figural Set - Black Rook and Knight
French Ivory Figural Set - Pieces on Chessboard
French Ivory Figural Set - Pieces on Chessboard
French Ivory Figural Set - Pieces on Chessboard
 
French Ivory Figural Set - Pieces on Chessboard
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