Chess set - Malachite - Ø 28 cm
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Malachite and white marble chess set handcrafted with a stone veneer on a solid base; board diameter 28 cm (thickness 1.1 cm), chessmen 2–4.5 cm tall, origin Congo, dating 1970–1980, in good condition with a natural lighter malachite square and minor edge chips.
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I am pleased to offer for auction a stunning collector's chess set, handcrafted from natural semi-precious stones. This exquisite set features genuine Malachite (the green sections), highly prized for its unique, vibrant banded patterns, and white marble for the contrasting squares and chessmen.
Materials: Authentic Malachite and White Marble / White Onyx.
Craftsmanship: The board is created using the traditional "stone veneer" technique, where precisely cut segments of natural mineral are inlaid onto a solid stone base. This ensures both structural stability and a substantial, premium weight.
Board Dimensions: Diameter 28 cm, Thickness 1.1 cm.
Chessmen Height: Ranging from 2 cm (pawns) to 4.5 cm (king/queen).
Natural Color Variations: Please note that one malachite square in the corner has a lighter green hue than the others. This is a natural characteristic of the mineral and serves as a guarantee of authenticity, showcasing the organic origin of the stone.
Surface & Edges: The set maintains a beautiful high-gloss polish. As shown in the detailed photographs, there are some minor chips along the outer edge of the board. These are common for natural malachite due to its mineral fragility and do not detract from the overall elegance and vintage charm of the piece.
I am pleased to offer for auction a stunning collector's chess set, handcrafted from natural semi-precious stones. This exquisite set features genuine Malachite (the green sections), highly prized for its unique, vibrant banded patterns, and white marble for the contrasting squares and chessmen.
Materials: Authentic Malachite and White Marble / White Onyx.
Craftsmanship: The board is created using the traditional "stone veneer" technique, where precisely cut segments of natural mineral are inlaid onto a solid stone base. This ensures both structural stability and a substantial, premium weight.
Board Dimensions: Diameter 28 cm, Thickness 1.1 cm.
Chessmen Height: Ranging from 2 cm (pawns) to 4.5 cm (king/queen).
Natural Color Variations: Please note that one malachite square in the corner has a lighter green hue than the others. This is a natural characteristic of the mineral and serves as a guarantee of authenticity, showcasing the organic origin of the stone.
Surface & Edges: The set maintains a beautiful high-gloss polish. As shown in the detailed photographs, there are some minor chips along the outer edge of the board. These are common for natural malachite due to its mineral fragility and do not detract from the overall elegance and vintage charm of the piece.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Malachite - Ø 28 cm
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Good
Estimated Period
1970-1980
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