Chess set - Wood
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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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This French Staunton chess set, made of wood, is estimated to date from 1930 to 1970 and includes an inlaid chessboard.
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Vintage French Staunton chess set with inlaid chessboard – circa 1930–1970
Beautiful, complete, handmade wooden chess set in the classic French Staunton style, presumably produced between 1930 and 1970.
The chess pieces are characterized by their elegant twisted shapes and distinctive finish. The knights, in particular, stand out with their angular design, sturdy necks and detailed carving.
The light pieces have a warm, natural wood color and the dark pieces are finished in black. All pieces are fitted with green felt on the underside.
The set comes with a particularly beautiful inlaid chessboard with a stunning high-gloss finish. The board gives the whole a classic and stylish appearance.
The chess pieces show strong similarities to French models from the well-known manufacturer Lardy. The exact manufacturer has not been determined.
Details:
Probable origin: France
Period: circa 1930–1970 (estimate)
Material of the chess pieces: wood
King height: approximately 9 cm
Pawn height: 4.7 cm
Complete set of 32 chess pieces
Green felt under the pieces
Wooden storage box of 21 × 12 × 8.5 cm
Includes a beautifully inlaid, high-gloss chessboard
Vintage French Staunton chess set with inlaid chessboard – circa 1930–1970
Beautiful, complete, handmade wooden chess set in the classic French Staunton style, presumably produced between 1930 and 1970.
The chess pieces are characterized by their elegant twisted shapes and distinctive finish. The knights, in particular, stand out with their angular design, sturdy necks and detailed carving.
The light pieces have a warm, natural wood color and the dark pieces are finished in black. All pieces are fitted with green felt on the underside.
The set comes with a particularly beautiful inlaid chessboard with a stunning high-gloss finish. The board gives the whole a classic and stylish appearance.
The chess pieces show strong similarities to French models from the well-known manufacturer Lardy. The exact manufacturer has not been determined.
Details:
Probable origin: France
Period: circa 1930–1970 (estimate)
Material of the chess pieces: wood
King height: approximately 9 cm
Pawn height: 4.7 cm
Complete set of 32 chess pieces
Green felt under the pieces
Wooden storage box of 21 × 12 × 8.5 cm
Includes a beautifully inlaid, high-gloss chessboard
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Country of origin
France
Condition
Very good
Estimated period
1930-1970
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