Chess set - Copper

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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.

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A copper chess set from Spain dating to 1970–1980, in almost perfect condition, consisting of 32 detailed metal pieces and a pyramidal base with a wooden board featuring Spain motifs.

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Spectacular vintage medieval historical chess set with bronze/metal alloy figures representing "The Reconquista" and the clashes between Christian and Muslim troops of the Late Middle Ages during the Crusades. This lot includes a spectacular pyramid-base shaped structure made of various materials with relief scenes on all sides. At the top there is a beautiful wooden board with Spanish motifs. Additionally, the chess set includes a complete batch of 32 metal pieces, highly detailed, representing the Christian and Muslim factions. These pieces range from 3.5 to 5 cm. The pieces are perfectly protected and arranged in a display structure designed for this purpose, and are stored inside a larger outer structure. The entire set is in excellent condition. Ideal for collectors as well as historians or chess enthusiasts.

Spectacular vintage medieval historical chess set with bronze/metal alloy figures representing "The Reconquista" and the clashes between Christian and Muslim troops of the Late Middle Ages during the Crusades. This lot includes a spectacular pyramid-base shaped structure made of various materials with relief scenes on all sides. At the top there is a beautiful wooden board with Spanish motifs. Additionally, the chess set includes a complete batch of 32 metal pieces, highly detailed, representing the Christian and Muslim factions. These pieces range from 3.5 to 5 cm. The pieces are perfectly protected and arranged in a display structure designed for this purpose, and are stored inside a larger outer structure. The entire set is in excellent condition. Ideal for collectors as well as historians or chess enthusiasts.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Copper
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Near mint
Estimated period
1970-1980
SpainVerified
200
Objects sold
100%
Private

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