19Th Century folk Art Travelling Checkers Set.

A charming late 19th century travelling drafts set, clearly handmade in a true piece of folk art ingenuity. The compact folding case is clad in copper, now displaying a beautifully aged patina with areas of verdigris, opening to reveal a chequered wooden playing board.

The playing pieces are particularly characterful, fashioned from a mixture of turned brass elements—likely repurposed furniture handles—alongside darker metal counterparts, giving a wonderfully tactile and slightly naïve aesthetic. Each piece slots neatly into the board, making it practical for travel.