Chess set - Malachite & White Marble

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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Decorative chess set with a circular Malachite board and pieces in Malachite green and light stone, origin Congo, estimated period 1960–1970, 45 cm diameter, condition reasonable, one of the two bishops is not original and has a chip.

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Decorative malachite chess set, 1950–1970

Elegant decorative chess set composed of a circular board in natural malachite, with deep green veining, and matching pieces in green malachite and light stone. Dating from the mid-20th century, this ensemble belongs to the tradition of East European-inspired decorative objects, highly valued for their material quality and refined aesthetics.

The board, with a diameter of about 45 cm, is in excellent condition. The pieces, with a simple and stylized design, measure up to 8 cm for the king.

One of the two malachite bishops of the king is not original and has a chip; see the last photo.


Object that is both decorative and collectible, ideal for a library, an office, or a reception room.

Decorative malachite chess set, 1950–1970

Elegant decorative chess set composed of a circular board in natural malachite, with deep green veining, and matching pieces in green malachite and light stone. Dating from the mid-20th century, this ensemble belongs to the tradition of East European-inspired decorative objects, highly valued for their material quality and refined aesthetics.

The board, with a diameter of about 45 cm, is in excellent condition. The pieces, with a simple and stylized design, measure up to 8 cm for the king.

One of the two malachite bishops of the king is not original and has a chip; see the last photo.


Object that is both decorative and collectible, ideal for a library, an office, or a reception room.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Malachite & White Marble
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Reasonable
Height
45 cm
Width
45 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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