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Selected by Elena Napoleone
Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Handmade black and white marble chess set from Mexico, Aztec/Mexican-inspired design, dating to 1960–1970, the board is 35 cm square and the largest piece is about 9 cm while the smallest is about 4 cm, total weight 5.6 kg, with some variation in piece size due to craftsmanship and a felt lining on the back of the board, in fair condition.
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Exceptional handmade marble chess set – black/white – Aztec/Mexican inspired
Beautiful decorative chess set rendered in black and white marble, consisting of a chessboard and a full set of handmade chess pieces. The pieces have a distinctive Mexican/Aztec look with fine details and artisanal finish.
Because all pieces are handmade, they vary somewhat in size, shape and finish, which gives the whole collection a lot of character and authenticity. One of the pieces has a few small chips/defects. The remaining pieces are in good vintage condition with only mild signs of use appropriate to age and wear.
The chessboard is crafted in contrasting black/white marble and, together with the sculptural pieces, forms a particularly decorative object for both chess enthusiasts and vintage/interior design.
Condition:
Handmade pieces with variations in size and finish
Mild signs of use appropriate to age
A unique and atmospheric vintage chess set with a distinctive character.
Board dimensions: L35 x W35 x H1.2 cm
Largest chess piece: 9 cm
Smallest chess piece: 4 cm
Weight: 5.6 kg
The back of the chessboard has felt!
The chess set will be carefully packaged and insured for shipping with track and trace!
No. 3948
Exceptional handmade marble chess set – black/white – Aztec/Mexican inspired
Beautiful decorative chess set rendered in black and white marble, consisting of a chessboard and a full set of handmade chess pieces. The pieces have a distinctive Mexican/Aztec look with fine details and artisanal finish.
Because all pieces are handmade, they vary somewhat in size, shape and finish, which gives the whole collection a lot of character and authenticity. One of the pieces has a few small chips/defects. The remaining pieces are in good vintage condition with only mild signs of use appropriate to age and wear.
The chessboard is crafted in contrasting black/white marble and, together with the sculptural pieces, forms a particularly decorative object for both chess enthusiasts and vintage/interior design.
Condition:
Handmade pieces with variations in size and finish
Mild signs of use appropriate to age
A unique and atmospheric vintage chess set with a distinctive character.
Board dimensions: L35 x W35 x H1.2 cm
Largest chess piece: 9 cm
Smallest chess piece: 4 cm
Weight: 5.6 kg
The back of the chessboard has felt!
The chess set will be carefully packaged and insured for shipping with track and trace!
No. 3948
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Mexico
Condition
Reasonable
Width
35 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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