Chess set - Wood

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 200 - € 250
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Vintage chessboard from Peru, dating to 1950–1960, with a walnut root marquetry board and hand-carved natural wood pieces.

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I am putting this magnificent complete chessboard up for sale, an original vintage piece from the 1950s-1960s originating from Peru. It stands out for its artisanal craftsmanship in noble woods and a very unique and stylized design of the pieces.

Main features:
Era: 1950s / 60s (Mid-Century).

Materials: The board features a spectacular veneer in walnut root marquetry combined with light squares of boxwood. The pieces are completely hand-carved in natural wood.

Design: Pieces with very stylized and geometric lines.

Condition: In good overall aesthetic condition for its more than 60 years. It retains all the patina of time that gives it that unique character. As seen in the last photo, the frame of the board shows a small natural crack in the wood that does not affect its structure or the game, a reflection of its age.

Perfect for playing with character or as a decorative element in an office or living room.

I am putting this magnificent complete chessboard up for sale, an original vintage piece from the 1950s-1960s originating from Peru. It stands out for its artisanal craftsmanship in noble woods and a very unique and stylized design of the pieces.

Main features:
Era: 1950s / 60s (Mid-Century).

Materials: The board features a spectacular veneer in walnut root marquetry combined with light squares of boxwood. The pieces are completely hand-carved in natural wood.

Design: Pieces with very stylized and geometric lines.

Condition: In good overall aesthetic condition for its more than 60 years. It retains all the patina of time that gives it that unique character. As seen in the last photo, the frame of the board shows a small natural crack in the wood that does not affect its structure or the game, a reflection of its age.

Perfect for playing with character or as a decorative element in an office or living room.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Peru
Condition
Good
Estimated period
1950-1960
SpainVerified
5
Objects sold
Private

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