USSR Hand Crafted - Chess set - Wood
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Vintage hand-crafted Soviet wooden chess set, circa 1970s, with a 39.5 cm square folding board and a full set of 32 natural wood pieces, in good condition.
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Vintage Hand-Crafted Soviet Wooden Chess Set (1970s) – Made in USSR
An authentic, vintage Soviet-era chess set complete with its original folding board and a full set of hand-crafted wooden pieces. Manufactured by the "Tochpribor" Production Association in Ivanovo, USSR, this set is a classic example of mid-to-late 20th-century Soviet design, showcasing traditional artisan woodwork.
Item Details:
Origin: Ivanovo, USSR (Soviet Union)
Manufacturer: P.O. "Tochpribor" (П.О. "Точприбор")
Era: Circa 1970s (Features the original paper factory label on the interior).
Craftsmanship: Handmade wooden pieces and beautifully finished wood board.
Dimensions (Board): 39.5 cm × 39.5 cm (Open)
Thickness: 3 cm
Material: Natural wood, classic lacquered finish.
Condition:
Overall: Very good vintage condition with a beautiful natural patina that highlights the hand-made quality of the set.
Pieces: Full set of 32 original wooden pieces. The contrasting finials on the Kings and Queens are intact, showing fine attention to detail.
Board/Case: The folding wooden board serves as storage. The original metal latches are fully functional and secure. Minor surface wear consistent with age, giving this artisan piece an authentic vintage character (see photos).
This unique, hand-crafted set is a wonderful collector's piece or a nostalgic gift for any chess enthusiast. Ready for display or competitive play.
Vintage Hand-Crafted Soviet Wooden Chess Set (1970s) – Made in USSR
An authentic, vintage Soviet-era chess set complete with its original folding board and a full set of hand-crafted wooden pieces. Manufactured by the "Tochpribor" Production Association in Ivanovo, USSR, this set is a classic example of mid-to-late 20th-century Soviet design, showcasing traditional artisan woodwork.
Item Details:
Origin: Ivanovo, USSR (Soviet Union)
Manufacturer: P.O. "Tochpribor" (П.О. "Точприбор")
Era: Circa 1970s (Features the original paper factory label on the interior).
Craftsmanship: Handmade wooden pieces and beautifully finished wood board.
Dimensions (Board): 39.5 cm × 39.5 cm (Open)
Thickness: 3 cm
Material: Natural wood, classic lacquered finish.
Condition:
Overall: Very good vintage condition with a beautiful natural patina that highlights the hand-made quality of the set.
Pieces: Full set of 32 original wooden pieces. The contrasting finials on the Kings and Queens are intact, showing fine attention to detail.
Board/Case: The folding wooden board serves as storage. The original metal latches are fully functional and secure. Minor surface wear consistent with age, giving this artisan piece an authentic vintage character (see photos).
This unique, hand-crafted set is a wonderful collector's piece or a nostalgic gift for any chess enthusiast. Ready for display or competitive play.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Designer/artist/maker
USSR Hand Crafted
Condition
Good
Height
39.5 cm
Width
39.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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