accenture - Chess set - Chaturanga






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Origin India; material CHATURANGA; height 32 cm, width 48 cm; estimated period 1990–2000; condition near perfect.
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CHESSBOARD – STRATEGY GAME (PRECURSOR TO CHESS) – LIMITED EDITION ACCENTURE – FULL SET WITH BOOK – APPROX. 20 YEARS
1. Overview
Exclusive set inspired by Chaturanga, considered the origin of modern chess, presented in a corporate limited edition by Accenture.
It is a singular piece that combines history, strategy and contemporary design, conceived not as a simple game, but as an intellectual object and representation.
2. Lot composition
Modern-design board
Full set of pieces (4 armies differentiated by color)
Original case
Book: “Book of Human Customs and of Noble Trades Drawn from the Game of Chess”
Complete and coherent set, hard to find in these conditions.
3. Identification and context
Inspiration: Chaturanga (India, 6th century)
Edition: Accenture
Type: Strategy game for four players
Estimated age: approx. 20 years
Nature: limited corporate edition / not mass-market
4. Historical and conceptual value
Chaturanga represents the birth of structured strategic thinking in the form of a game.
This set captures that ancient tradition and translates it into a modern language, becoming a piece that connects past and present.
5. Design and aesthetics
Sculptural-style pieces with symbolic character and clear color differentiation.
Minimalist board that emphasizes strategy over ornamentation.
A somewhat uncommon combination of contemporary design and historical roots.
MEASUREMENTS OF THE BOX
48*32*8 cm
6. The book (key value)
The included book is not a mere accessory:
It reinforces the cultural dimension of the set, linking the game with reflection on society, hierarchy and human behavior.
This elevates the piece to the category of an intellectual object.
7. Condition
Good overall condition.
Complete set, with all elements.
Slight storage signs typical of its age (approx. 20 years), with no relevant impact on its presentation.
8. Provenance
Corporate edition by Accenture, probably conceived as institutional gift or representation piece.
These kinds of objects rarely enter traditional commercial circuits.
9. Rarity and market
Corporate editions with cultural basis are not usually reproduced or reissued.
Over time, availability decreases, especially for complete sets.
- Uncommon piece on the market
- Difficult to compare directly
- Appealing to specific niches
10. Buyer profile
Especially suitable for:
Chess enthusiasts and their historical origin
Collectors of strategic games
Intellectual or professional profiles linked to strategy
Distinctive gift for cultured, discerning people
11. Positioning
Not a conventional game.
A modern interpretation of the origin of chess, with its own identity and exclusive corporate context.
12. Conclusion
A piece that combines history, strategy and design in an unusual format.
Its limited character, its age and its cultural content make it an object with identity and potential.
Choosing such a piece is not just acquiring an object; it is incorporating meaning, discernment and depth.
CHESSBOARD – STRATEGY GAME (PRECURSOR TO CHESS) – LIMITED EDITION ACCENTURE – FULL SET WITH BOOK – APPROX. 20 YEARS
1. Overview
Exclusive set inspired by Chaturanga, considered the origin of modern chess, presented in a corporate limited edition by Accenture.
It is a singular piece that combines history, strategy and contemporary design, conceived not as a simple game, but as an intellectual object and representation.
2. Lot composition
Modern-design board
Full set of pieces (4 armies differentiated by color)
Original case
Book: “Book of Human Customs and of Noble Trades Drawn from the Game of Chess”
Complete and coherent set, hard to find in these conditions.
3. Identification and context
Inspiration: Chaturanga (India, 6th century)
Edition: Accenture
Type: Strategy game for four players
Estimated age: approx. 20 years
Nature: limited corporate edition / not mass-market
4. Historical and conceptual value
Chaturanga represents the birth of structured strategic thinking in the form of a game.
This set captures that ancient tradition and translates it into a modern language, becoming a piece that connects past and present.
5. Design and aesthetics
Sculptural-style pieces with symbolic character and clear color differentiation.
Minimalist board that emphasizes strategy over ornamentation.
A somewhat uncommon combination of contemporary design and historical roots.
MEASUREMENTS OF THE BOX
48*32*8 cm
6. The book (key value)
The included book is not a mere accessory:
It reinforces the cultural dimension of the set, linking the game with reflection on society, hierarchy and human behavior.
This elevates the piece to the category of an intellectual object.
7. Condition
Good overall condition.
Complete set, with all elements.
Slight storage signs typical of its age (approx. 20 years), with no relevant impact on its presentation.
8. Provenance
Corporate edition by Accenture, probably conceived as institutional gift or representation piece.
These kinds of objects rarely enter traditional commercial circuits.
9. Rarity and market
Corporate editions with cultural basis are not usually reproduced or reissued.
Over time, availability decreases, especially for complete sets.
- Uncommon piece on the market
- Difficult to compare directly
- Appealing to specific niches
10. Buyer profile
Especially suitable for:
Chess enthusiasts and their historical origin
Collectors of strategic games
Intellectual or professional profiles linked to strategy
Distinctive gift for cultured, discerning people
11. Positioning
Not a conventional game.
A modern interpretation of the origin of chess, with its own identity and exclusive corporate context.
12. Conclusion
A piece that combines history, strategy and design in an unusual format.
Its limited character, its age and its cultural content make it an object with identity and potential.
Choosing such a piece is not just acquiring an object; it is incorporating meaning, discernment and depth.
