Chess table - Rosewood, Maple
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Vintage chessboard handcrafted in Palissandro and Acero, 48.5 cm square, origin Italy, dating from 1990–2000, in good used condition with minor signs of age and spots, featuring a marquetry inlay.
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RARE VINTAGE CHESSBOARD: Masterpiece in Solid Rosewood & Maple – Handcrafted Inlay
Description:
An extraordinary opportunity for serious collectors and connoisseurs of the "Royal Game." For sale is a magnificent, vintage tournament-sized chessboard, masterfully handcrafted using the finest Indian Rosewood (Palisander) and Selected Maple.
This is not a mass-produced item. It is a testament to high-end marquetry from an era when wood quality and craftsmanship were paramount. The deep, rich grain of the dark rosewood squares offers a stunning visual contrast to the silky, golden hues of the maple, creating a depth and character that modern boards simply cannot replicate.
Why this board is valued at $500:
Premium Exotic Woods: Mature Rosewood of this quality is increasingly rare and subject to strict trade regulations (CITES). Finding a solid, aged board with this level of grain density is a true rarity.
Precision Inlay (Marquetry): Each square is individually hand-set with surgical precision, bordered by a delicate double-line "filet" inlay that separates the playing field from the solid wooden frame.
Tournament Dimensions: With square sizes of approximately 50-55mm, this board meets international FIDE standards for professional play and is the perfect stage for weighted Staunton pieces (King height 3.75" - 4").
Authentic Patina: The underside is finished with the original deep-green protective felt. The subtle, authentic signs of age on the edges are not flaws—they are the "signature of time" that confirms the antique value and history of this piece.
RARE VINTAGE CHESSBOARD: Masterpiece in Solid Rosewood & Maple – Handcrafted Inlay
Description:
An extraordinary opportunity for serious collectors and connoisseurs of the "Royal Game." For sale is a magnificent, vintage tournament-sized chessboard, masterfully handcrafted using the finest Indian Rosewood (Palisander) and Selected Maple.
This is not a mass-produced item. It is a testament to high-end marquetry from an era when wood quality and craftsmanship were paramount. The deep, rich grain of the dark rosewood squares offers a stunning visual contrast to the silky, golden hues of the maple, creating a depth and character that modern boards simply cannot replicate.
Why this board is valued at $500:
Premium Exotic Woods: Mature Rosewood of this quality is increasingly rare and subject to strict trade regulations (CITES). Finding a solid, aged board with this level of grain density is a true rarity.
Precision Inlay (Marquetry): Each square is individually hand-set with surgical precision, bordered by a delicate double-line "filet" inlay that separates the playing field from the solid wooden frame.
Tournament Dimensions: With square sizes of approximately 50-55mm, this board meets international FIDE standards for professional play and is the perfect stage for weighted Staunton pieces (King height 3.75" - 4").
Authentic Patina: The underside is finished with the original deep-green protective felt. The subtle, authentic signs of age on the edges are not flaws—they are the "signature of time" that confirms the antique value and history of this piece.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Maple, Rosewood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
48.5 cm
Width
48.5 cm
Depth
48.5 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
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