Chess set - Ajedrez de Incas vs. Conquistadores Españoles

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European origin, handmade chess set titled Ajedrez de Incas vs. Conquistadores Españoles, dating to 1960–1970, with 20 cm square pieces, made of pressed ceramic or stonepaste and hand‑painted in very good condition.

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A handcrafted chess: Incas vs. Spanish Conquistadors
Description:
Exquisite handmade themed chess set crafted and painted entirely by hand. This set is not just a game but an artistic representation of the cultural and historical clash between the Inca Empire and the Spanish Conquistadors during the 16th century.
Set Details:
Pieces: Made of pressed ceramic or stone paste, polychromed with vibrant colors and a glossy varnished finish.
Inca Side (Green/Brown): The King is represented by the Sapa Inca, the Queen by the Coya, and the pawns are warriors with traditional shields and maces.
Spanish Side (Red/Black): The King represents a high-ranking officer or Spanish monarch, the Queen a lady of the era, and the pawns are soldiers with armor, morions and swords.
Knights: Interestingly, in these games the "knights" of the Inca side are typically represented as llamas or alpacas, while the Spanish side uses European steeds.
Board: Folding wooden box that serves to store the pieces. The edges of the board are decorated with geometric motifs and pictorial scenes evoking Pre-Columbian and Colonial iconography.
Condition: Very good condition. Handcrafted details are evident, making each piece unique (slight variations in the face and color).

A handcrafted chess: Incas vs. Spanish Conquistadors
Description:
Exquisite handmade themed chess set crafted and painted entirely by hand. This set is not just a game but an artistic representation of the cultural and historical clash between the Inca Empire and the Spanish Conquistadors during the 16th century.
Set Details:
Pieces: Made of pressed ceramic or stone paste, polychromed with vibrant colors and a glossy varnished finish.
Inca Side (Green/Brown): The King is represented by the Sapa Inca, the Queen by the Coya, and the pawns are warriors with traditional shields and maces.
Spanish Side (Red/Black): The King represents a high-ranking officer or Spanish monarch, the Queen a lady of the era, and the pawns are soldiers with armor, morions and swords.
Knights: Interestingly, in these games the "knights" of the Inca side are typically represented as llamas or alpacas, while the Spanish side uses European steeds.
Board: Folding wooden box that serves to store the pieces. The edges of the board are decorated with geometric motifs and pictorial scenes evoking Pre-Columbian and Colonial iconography.
Condition: Very good condition. Handcrafted details are evident, making each piece unique (slight variations in the face and color).

Details

Era
1900-2000
Model/ Name
Ajedrez de Incas vs. Conquistadores Españoles
Country of Origin
Europe
Condition
Good
Height
20 cm
Width
20 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
SpainVerified
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Objects sold
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