Chess set - Ajedrez - Wood
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Italian handmade olive wood chessboard dating to 1940–1950, with two drawers for the pieces and chessmen carved in lead, measuring 7 cm high, 22.5 cm wide and 22.5 cm deep, in good condition.
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Spectacular and exclusive handmade Italian chessboard refined in olive wood with turned chess pieces made of lead. The chessboard is distinguished by the spectacular natural veins of the olive wood, with knots and organic patterns that make each piece unique. The warm tones of the wood and the natural contrast of the squares confer the lot a strong decorative character, typical of Italian craftsmanship from the mid-20th century. The chess pieces feature a classic and essential line, well proportioned for the playing surface and pleasant both for display and for daily play. It consists of 2 drawers to store the chess pieces. All original period item in good condition for its age. A collection jewel.
See the photographs to get a better idea of the details that form part of the description.
Measurements without pieces: 7 cm high, 22.5 cm wide and 22.5 cm deep.
It will be carefully packed with insured shipping and a tracking number. Note: countries with customs and/or special destinations may require additional information as well as increased shipping costs. THE BALEARIC ISLANDS will have an additional surcharge to mainland Spain of €24.95.
Spectacular and exclusive handmade Italian chessboard refined in olive wood with turned chess pieces made of lead. The chessboard is distinguished by the spectacular natural veins of the olive wood, with knots and organic patterns that make each piece unique. The warm tones of the wood and the natural contrast of the squares confer the lot a strong decorative character, typical of Italian craftsmanship from the mid-20th century. The chess pieces feature a classic and essential line, well proportioned for the playing surface and pleasant both for display and for daily play. It consists of 2 drawers to store the chess pieces. All original period item in good condition for its age. A collection jewel.
See the photographs to get a better idea of the details that form part of the description.
Measurements without pieces: 7 cm high, 22.5 cm wide and 22.5 cm deep.
It will be carefully packed with insured shipping and a tracking number. Note: countries with customs and/or special destinations may require additional information as well as increased shipping costs. THE BALEARIC ISLANDS will have an additional surcharge to mainland Spain of €24.95.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Material
Wood
Model/name
Ajedrez
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good
Height
7 cm
Width
22.5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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