What does a chess clock do?

Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.

Where is the oldest chess set?

Pieces from the oldest known chess set are on display at the State Museum of Culture History of Uzbekistan in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The seven figurines are known as the Afrasiab chessmen and date back to the 6th to 8th centuries. Shop a range of antique chess sets on 1stDibs.

What is a gilded chess set?

A gilded chess set is a game set that includes a board and chess pieces that are highly decorative. Traditionally, the word gilded indicates something covered in gold. However, for chess sets, it can describe any pieces that feature decorative embellishments, such as carvings or inlays. You'll find a selection of antique and vintage chess sets on 1stDibs.

What is the best chess board?

Chess boards are made from different types of material – it is really a matter of preference. Materials such as wood, ivory, glass, plastic, clay, stone, and various metals have been used over time to create chess boards. An assortment of antique and vintage chessboards is available on 1stDibs.

Why is boxwood used for chess pieces?

Boxwood is often used for chest pieces due to the properties of the wood. While it is a hard, dense wood that can hold up to wear and tear, boxwood is also simple to turn and carve, so it can be easily shaped into pawns, rooks and other pieces. In addition, the light color works well with white paint. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chess sets.

What is the name of the oldest European chess set?

The name of the oldest European chess set is the Venafro Chess Set. Experts estimate that artisans produced the set sometime between 885 to 1017 CE, and archaeologists discovered it in a Roman tomb in 1932. On 1stDibs, find a variety of chess sets from some of the world’s top sellers.

What was worn in the 1970s?

Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.

Are the 1970s mid-century?

No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Were sequins popular in the 1970s?

Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Was velvet used in the 1970s?

Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.

What is 1970s furniture called?

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.

How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?

To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?

Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.

Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?

The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?

After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Chess 1970s

Blue Alabaster

French Chess

Midcentury Modern Chess Sets

Onyx Chess

Chess Sculpture

Mid Century Chess Table

Mid Century Board Games

Stone Chess

Modern Vintage Black and White Plastic Chess, 1970s, Austria

$1,411

H 4.34 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Modern Vintage Black and White Plastic Chess, 1970s, Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

Modern vintage black and white plastic chess Austria 1970s, The plastic game board is flexible and therefore it allows the board to roll.

Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Games

Materials

Plastic

American Mid Century Walnut Portable Chess set 1970's

$325

H 2.5 in W 16 in D 16 in

American Mid Century Walnut Portable Chess set 1970's

Located in San Diego, CA

american solid walnut portable chess set elegant in walnut cherry and birch woods nice and clean.

Category

20th Century American Rustic Games

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Heavy Oak Chess Table with Matching Stools, USA 1970's

$4,800

H 21 in W 44 in D 26 in

Heavy Oak Chess Table with Matching Stools, USA 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Checkmate! Bring a bold, architectural statement to your living room, lounge, or game room with this rare, mid-century multi-game coffee table set. Expertly crafted in the United Sta...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Game Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Lucite Chess Players By MIchel Dumas Aubergine and Clear, 1970's French

$5,495 / set

H 4 in W 2 in D 2 in

Vintage Lucite Chess Players By MIchel Dumas Aubergine and Clear, 1970's French

Located in North Miami, FL

The designer of these amazing vintage French Lucite modernist chess players from the 1970s are by Michel Dumas who is related to the Hermes family.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Games

Materials

Lucite

Chess Table by Aldo Tura in Lacquered Goatskin and Brass, Italy, 1970's

$3,900

H 28.75 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in

Chess Table by Aldo Tura in Lacquered Goatskin and Brass, Italy, 1970's

By Aldo Tura

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Chessboard by Aldo Tura in lacquered goatskin and bronzed legs. Stylish piece of art in good condition. For anyone who is looking for something exceptional, in this case the game ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Game Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Romeo Rega Perspex Chess Table, 1970s Italy

$14,000

H 28 in W 32 in D 32 in

Romeo Rega Perspex Chess Table, 1970s Italy

By Romeo Rega

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant and beautiful chess table by Romeo Rega. Full chrome base with a thick, heavy, lucite inlay which supports the chess board. Perspex chess pieces are made with lucite bodies a...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Game Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

White resin chess horse sculpture, Italy 1970s

$470

H 19.69 in Dm 9.85 in

White resin chess horse sculpture, Italy 1970s

Located in Firenze, IT

White lacquered resin chess horse sculpture Italy 1970s H 50 cm x 25 x 20 cm Conditions: excellent

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Angelo Mangiarotti Travertine Chess Set, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

$2,500

H 1.97 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Angelo Mangiarotti Travertine Chess Set, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Inspired by the timeless design language of Angelo Mangiarotti, this exquisite chess set is a sculptural celebration of form, function, and natural material.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Travertine

New Vintage Je Dol Pendant Earring Chess Pattern Sunglasses 1970's Usa Made

$449

New Vintage Je Dol Pendant Earring Chess Pattern Sunglasses 1970's Usa Made

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New vintage Je Dol 1976 pendant earrings sunglasses. This item show sign of wear on the frame and Some minor scratches due to Storage Made In Usa Front ...

Category

1970s French Sunglasses

Bicolor Travertine Chess Game Angelo Mangiarotti Style, Italy, 1970s

$1,646

H 1.78 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Bicolor Travertine Chess Game Angelo Mangiarotti Style, Italy, 1970s

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Rome, IT

Rare modernist chess game in two colored travertine in the style of Italian design Angelo Mangiarotti.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Vintage French Lucite Modernist Chess Set, 1970s

$2,176

H 2.37 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Vintage French Lucite Modernist Chess Set, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

A particular minimalist french chess game dated to the 1970’s. It features a modernist design with a perforated thick plexiglass base topped with sculptural metal and bronze pawns.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal, Bronze

1970s Rustic Hand Carved Wood Chess and Backgammon Set from Mexico

$275

H 8 in W 12.5 in D 3.5 in

1970s Rustic Hand Carved Wood Chess and Backgammon Set from Mexico

Located in San Diego, CA

Nice unique hand carved wood chess / backgammon set portable complete .

Category

20th Century Mexican Rustic Games

Materials

Wood

Glass chess piece lamp by Ivan Jakes, 1970s.

$646

H 8.67 in Dm 19.69 in

Glass chess piece lamp by Ivan Jakes, 1970s.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Glass chess piece lamp by Ivan Jakes, 1970s. Very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage solid wooden side table chess style , 1970s

$529

H 18.71 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Vintage solid wooden side table chess style , 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

Vintage solid wooden side table chess style , 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Black and White Marble Chess Set, 1970s

$3,200

H 3 in W 16 in D 16 in

Italian Black and White Marble Chess Set, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sculptural Italian chess set featuring a board composed of black and white marble squares framed by richly veined marble.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Games

Materials

Marble

White Ivan Jakes Bishop Chess Lamp, Made of White Glass, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

$490

H 19 in Dm 9 in

White Ivan Jakes Bishop Chess Lamp, Made of White Glass, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

By Ivan Jakes

Located in Vienna, AT

Executed in the 1970s in Czechoslovakia. In very good condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

1970s Italian Volterra Alabaster Chess Set – Rare in Red & White. Made in Italy

$890

H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Italian Volterra Alabaster Chess Set – Rare in Red & White. Made in Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1970s handmade chess set crafted from genuine Volterra alabaster, originating from the historic artisanal hub of Tuscany, Italy.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Leather Chess Set with Carved Wooden Pieces, Italy, 1960s–1970s

$2,200

H 1 in W 24 in D 24 in

Leather Chess Set with Carved Wooden Pieces, Italy, 1960s–1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This elegant chess set features a richly patinated leather-covered board with a raised, framed playing surface and finely tooled geometric corner details. The warm leather tones give...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Leather

Orange Ceramic Chess Pieces Sculpture by Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s

$1,293

H 4.14 in Dm 1.97 in

Orange Ceramic Chess Pieces Sculpture by Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Five chess pieces in orange ceramic by Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Franco Rocco "Checkmate" Modular Bronze Work/Play 153/1000 Italy 1970s

$7,293

H 4.14 in W 7.49 in D 4.14 in

Franco Rocco "Checkmate" Modular Bronze Work/Play 153/1000 Italy 1970s

By Franco Rocco

Located in Milano, IT

Conceived by Milanese architect Franco Rocco in the 1970s, "Scaccomatto" is one of the most interesting examples of dialogue between Italian design, modular sculpture and three-dimen...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Kinetic Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Chrome

Rare 1970s Faux Fur Chess Jumbo XL Set by Glenoit, Complete 32 Piece Set + board

$655 / set

H 8 in W 33 in D 33 in

Rare 1970s Faux Fur Chess Jumbo XL Set by Glenoit, Complete 32 Piece Set + board

By Glenoit Mills

Located in Toronto, CA

A rare and incredibly fun 1970s chess set by Glenoit, featuring a black and white faux fur board paired with a full set of sculptural chess pieces.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Faux Fur, Plastic

1970s Ray Eames Time Life Walnut Apple Core Stool Table Chess Plant Stand Rustic

$2,080Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in Dm 13 in

1970s Ray Eames Time Life Walnut Apple Core Stool Table Chess Plant Stand Rustic

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Patinated 1970s production Herman Miller stool in its original finish. 4 matching stools were acquired at the same time from a Grosse Pointe Michigan Estate. This one is often re...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Walnut

Ceramic Set of 32 Chess Pieces, Design Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s

$1,670

H 4.34 in Dm 1.97 in

Ceramic Set of 32 Chess Pieces, Design Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s

By Enzo Bioli

Located in taranto, IT

Very rare set of 32 pieces in ceramic art, production "il picchio" from the 1970s based on a design by enzo bioli King, regina , knight and bishop have human (... and animal) face...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Lucite Chess Set in Travel Case

$1,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 3 in W 16.25 in D 16.25 in

Vintage Lucite Chess Set in Travel Case

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1970’s lucite chess set. The pieces are in a smoky brown and clear acrylic with a fitted case with a board built into the top.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Games

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Inlaid Solid Mixed Woods Collapsible Chess Board Table

$950

H 18 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

Vintage Inlaid Solid Mixed Woods Collapsible Chess Board Table

Located in San Diego, CA

A really nice vintage, high quality inlaid solid mixed woods collapsible chess board table, circa 1970s. The board can be used flat on top of a table or the legs can be folded down t...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Games

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage MIchel Dumas Lucite Sculptural Chess Players Aubergine And Clear French

$4,121Sale Price / set|25% Off

H 4 in W 2 in D 2 in

Vintage MIchel Dumas Lucite Sculptural Chess Players Aubergine And Clear French

Located in North Miami, FL

The designer of these amazing vintage French lucite modernist chess players from the 1970s are by Michel Dumas who is related to the Hermes family.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Games

Materials

Lucite

Felice Antonio Botta Acrylic Chessboard, Italy, 70s

$1,470

H 2.76 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Felice Antonio Botta Acrylic Chessboard, Italy, 70s

By Felice Antonio Botta

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Striking 1970s Italian chess set by Felice Antonio Botta.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Acrylic

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1970's Jean Chess Gold Sequinned Halter Gown and Jacket

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1970's Jean Chess Gold Sequinned Halter Gown and Jacket

Located in London, GB

Jaw-dropping 1970's gold sequinned halter gown and jacket ensemble by Jean Chess.

Category

1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Greek Mythological Two-Tone Chess Set

Unavailable

H 4 in W 10 in D 10 in

1970s Greek Mythological Two-Tone Chess Set

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Great cast metal chess pieces in antiqued silver and brass on two-tone chess board. The chess board measures at 4" high and 10" square and 1" thick. King- 2 1/2" high, Queen-2 3/8"...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Games

Chess/Backgammon/Checkers Game Table, 1970s Stitched Leather

Unavailable

H 29 in W 26 in D 33 in

Chess/Backgammon/Checkers Game Table, 1970s Stitched Leather

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chess/Backgammon/Checkers game table, 1970s stitched leather.

Category

Vintage 1970s South American Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Leather

1970s French Modernist Glass Brass and Chrome Chess Set

Unavailable

H 0.99 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in

1970s French Modernist Glass Brass and Chrome Chess Set

Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

1970s chess set designed and manufactured in France.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Brass, Chrome

1970s, Executive Chess or Checker Set with Rug by Glenoit Chessmate Game

Unavailable

H 8.75 in Dm 3 in

1970s, Executive Chess or Checker Set with Rug by Glenoit Chessmate Game

By Glenoit Mills

Located in Denver, CO

Fancy and fun chess/checkerboard with rug from the 1970s. Pieces are comprised of plastic.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Synthetic, Plastic

Horse Table Lamp on Onyx Base, Deknudt, Belgium, 1970s

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H 36.23 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Horse Table Lamp on Onyx Base, Deknudt, Belgium, 1970s

By Deknudt

Located in Retie, BE

Horse head lamp - Horse - Horse Lighting - Horse Lover - 1970s Lighting - Chess Piece - Playing Chess - Hollywood Regency table lamp.

Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Metal, Brass

Tessellated Stone Console Game Table Checkers Chess Backgammon, 1970's

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H 30 in W 40 in D 17.75 in

Tessellated Stone Console Game Table Checkers Chess Backgammon, 1970's

By Maitland Smith

Located in Rochester, NY

Circa 1970's. Look at all pictures and read condition report in comment section **** HAND DELIVERY CAN BE ARRANGED FROM DOOR NUMBER 3 WAREHOUSE ROCHESTER, NY ANYWHERE EN ROUTE TO NYC...

Category

Vintage 1970s Philippine Post-Modern Game Tables

Materials

Stone, Brass

Chess in onyx, Mediterranean 1970s

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H 1.78 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Chess in onyx, Mediterranean 1970s

Located in Stockholm, SE

A decorative chess set in onyx, 1970s most likely made in Italy.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Games

Materials

Onyx

Chess Set and Chess Board in Plexiglass and Metal, Italy, 1970s

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H 4.5 in W 15.5 in L 4.5 in

Chess Set and Chess Board in Plexiglass and Metal, Italy, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chess game, in plexiglass and metal, Italy, 1970s Exceptional game of chess.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Sottsass Inspired 1970s Smoked Glass Chess Table

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H 16.5 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

Sottsass Inspired 1970s Smoked Glass Chess Table

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible 1970's smoked glass chess board side table with abstract acrylic, transparent chess pieces.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Metal

1970s Backgammon and Chess Game Table Set

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H 29.5 in W 36.5 in L 29.5 in

1970s Backgammon and Chess Game Table Set

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1970s suede covered backgammon / chess table set including 2 suede stools Beautiful caramel colored suede.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Game Tables

Materials

Suede

Chess set, onyx and pewter, French 1970s

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H 1.97 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Chess set, onyx and pewter, French 1970s

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare chess set in onyx with players in pewter and gold colored finish. Decorative, sculptural set with nice patina.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Games

Materials

Onyx

Peter Ghyczy Brass Chess Table, 1960s-1970s

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H 23.23 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Peter Ghyczy Brass Chess Table, 1960s-1970s

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Rare brass chess table by Peter Ghyczy. The brass has patina but can be polished back to original shiny gold colored brass if requested.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Acrylic and Glass Chess Set / Table

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H 16.54 in W 16.54 in D 17.33 in

1970s Acrylic and Glass Chess Set / Table

Located in Weesp, NL

Acrylic chess set and glass chess table made in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Glass, Acrylic

1970s Modernist Painted and Gilded Wood Chess Set

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 1.97 in

1970s Modernist Painted and Gilded Wood Chess Set

Located in Naples, IT

Vintage chess board in painted and gilded wood. The chessboard is very original, the chess is round and not square, painted in black and gold on a red background. The game pieces are...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Wood

1970s Sterling Silver and Silver Gilt Chess Set

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H 2.2 in Dm 0.9 in

1970s Sterling Silver and Silver Gilt Chess Set

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver and silver gilt chess set; an addition to our diverse ornamental silverware collection This exceptional vi...

Category

20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Life Size Chess Pieces

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H 30.5 in Dm 11 in

Life Size Chess Pieces

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Life size chess piece sculptures circa early 1970's. These examples are all original and carved from solid palm wood.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Palmwood

Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Valašské Meziříčí, Bishop Chess Figure, 1970s

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H 18.51 in Dm 9.26 in

Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Valašské Meziříčí, Bishop Chess Figure, 1970s

By Ivan Jakes

Located in Wrocław, Poland

The chess figures lamps collection was designed by Ivan Jakeš (Czech sculptor, painter, master ceramist and industrial Artist) in 1970s and produced for Osvetlovací Sklo in Valašské ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Valašské Meziříčí, Bishop Chess Figure, 1970s

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H 18.51 in Dm 9.26 in

Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Valašské Meziříčí, Bishop Chess Figure, 1970s

By Ivan Jakes

Located in Wrocław, Poland

The chess figures lamps collection was designed by Ivan Jakeš (Czech sculptor, painter, master ceramist and industrial Artist) in 1970s and produced for Osvetlovací Sklo in Valašské ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Pair of Planters in the shape of Chess Pieces, Italy, 1970s

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H 34.85 in Dm 16.15 in

Pair of Planters in the shape of Chess Pieces, Italy, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of Planters in the shape of Chess Pieces, Italy, 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Chess Figures Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Valašské Meziříčí, Rose Glass, 1970s

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H 12.41 in Dm 9.26 in

Chess Figures Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Valašské Meziříčí, Rose Glass, 1970s

By Ivan Jakes

Located in Wrocław, Poland

The chess figures lamps collection was designed by Ivan Jakeš in 1970s and produced for Osvetlovací Sklo in Valašské Mezirící.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Rare Chrome and Brass Italian Chess Set by Romeo Rega 1970s

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H 1 in W 17 in D 17 in

Rare Chrome and Brass Italian Chess Set by Romeo Rega 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of our Rare Chrome and Brass Italian Chess Set by Romeo Rega, a masterpiece from the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Glass Bishop Chess Table Lamp by Ivan Jakeš for Osvětlovací Sklo, 1970s

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H 21.26 in Dm 9.45 in

Glass Bishop Chess Table Lamp by Ivan Jakeš for Osvětlovací Sklo, 1970s

By Osvětlovací sklo n.p., Valašské Meuiříčí, Ivan Jakes

Located in Żory, PL

This glass lamp, made of milk white glass in a shape of a chess bishop, was designed by Ivan Jakeš and produced by Osvetlovací Sklo Valašské Mezirící in Czechoslovakia in the 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board

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W 18 in D 18 in

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Winter Park, FL

Chess pieces range from 3" to1.5" and are in excellent condition and are from the 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s Games

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Set Of 3 C&B Italia Gli Scacchi Sidetables Ottomans By Mario Bellini, 1970s

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H 14.18 in W 35.44 in D 11.82 in

Set Of 3 C&B Italia Gli Scacchi Sidetables Ottomans By Mario Bellini, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Nice set of three Gli Scacchi Sidetables or ottomans designed by Mario Bellini For C&B Italia 1970s. These polyurethane “chess blocks” can either be placed in between modular sofa el...

Category

Vintage 1960s Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Hand Made European Studded Leather Case Chessboard with Hand Painted Game Pieces

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H 3.5 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in

Hand Made European Studded Leather Case Chessboard with Hand Painted Game Pieces

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Chess set comprised of hand made studded leather case and hand painted chess pieces circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ceramic Medieval Chessboard with Chesses, 1970s

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H 10.24 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Ceramic Medieval Chessboard with Chesses, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

This Ceramic Medieval Chess is a ceramic chess set consisting of medieval characters and a wooden chessboard. Dimensions: cm 26 x 60 x 60. Good conditions. The shape of the set r...

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Vintage 1970s European Games

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

1970s Mexican Marble Chess Set

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H 0.5 in W 14 in D 14 in

1970s Mexican Marble Chess Set

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1970s Mexican hand carved marble chess set.

Category

Vintage 1970s Game Boards

Materials

Marble

Jacob Asbaek, Chess Set, 1970s

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H 3.94 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Jacob Asbaek, Chess Set, 1970s

By Jacob Asbaek

Located in Stockholm, SE

Denmark, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Games

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

1970s Psychedelic Studio Pottery Chess Set

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H 4.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

1970s Psychedelic Studio Pottery Chess Set

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1970s Psychedelic Studio pottery chess set, complete with 32 3" and 4" multicolored chess pieces and a matching 15.5" square chess board.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Porcelain

1970s Lucite Chess Set By Klemp

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1970s Lucite Chess Set By Klemp

By Klemp

Located in Highland, IN

This artist-made set of chess pieces are crafted of clear and colored lucite. Each piece is signed "Klemp '75" and marked with the appropriate position. The board is made of tile ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Games

Materials

Lucite, Wood

Lucite and Aluminum Chess Set, circa 1970s

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H 6.37 in W 17 in D 17 in

Lucite and Aluminum Chess Set, circa 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Lucite and aluminum chess set designed and manufactured in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Malachite Chess Set, 1970s

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H 0.25 in Dm 16.5 in

Italian Malachite Chess Set, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant Italian chess set featuring a circular malachite stone board inlaid with alternating bone squares, showcasing the stone’s deep green veining and natural movement.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Games

Materials

Malachite

Frederick Weinberg, Chess Set and Board, 1970s

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H 5.12 in W 17.72 in D 17.92 in

Frederick Weinberg, Chess Set and Board, 1970s

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb chess set by the artist and designer Frederick Weinberg (1922-1970). Pieces are in patinated bronze and the board is in marble. Very good condition. Secure shipping. ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Vintage Italian Malachite and Marple Chess Board, 1970s

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H 0.6 in Dm 16.54 in

Vintage Italian Malachite and Marple Chess Board, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Manufactured in Italy during the 1960s or 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Malachite

Vintage Heavyweight Bronze Chess Pieces, Staunton Design, 1970s

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H 3.94 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in

Vintage Heavyweight Bronze Chess Pieces, Staunton Design, 1970s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Exceptional set of solid bronze chess pieces, dating from the 1970s. Their design follows the Staunton model, the world-recognized standard for tournaments, making them perfectly pla...

Category

Vintage 1970s European Games

Materials

Bronze

Marble Chess Game Set, circa 1970s

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H 0.38 in W 8.07 in D 8.07 in

Marble Chess Game Set, circa 1970s

Located in New York, NY

A small and substantial black and white marble chess game set, circa 1970s. Board edge/border is predominantly black with white veining, game board area is black and off-white marble...

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Games

Materials

Marble

1970s Modern Black Marble and Onyx Chess Set

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H 0.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

1970s Modern Black Marble and Onyx Chess Set

Located in New York, NY

All pieces accounted for. Play chess or use as a decorative object or sculpture piece.

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Games

Materials

Marble, Onyx

Mid-Century Steel Chess or Checkers Game Table, 1970s

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H 29.5 in Dm 36 in

Mid-Century Steel Chess or Checkers Game Table, 1970s

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Sleek Mid-Century modern chess or checkers game table made completely of steel with varying finished including brushed, polished and anodized black. Table is most probably by Design...

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Steel

1970s White and Blue Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

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H 3.54 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s White and Blue Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

Located in Milano, IT

1970s elegant white and blue chess set in Volterra Alabaster handmade.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s White and Blue Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s White and Blue Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Elegant white and blue chess set in Volterra alabaster handmade.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s White and Blue Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s White and Blue Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

Located in Milano, IT

1970s elegant white and blue chess set in Volterra Alabaster handmade.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Handmade Alabaster Chess Set, Sky Blue & White, Italian Art, 1970s

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

Handmade Alabaster Chess Set, Sky Blue & White, Italian Art, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Gorgeous sky blue and white chess set in Volterra alabaster handmade.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Vintage 1970s Hand-Painted Stone and Resin Backgammon/Chess Set

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H 1.875 in W 23.5 in D 18.25 in

Vintage 1970s Hand-Painted Stone and Resin Backgammon/Chess Set

Located in Doylestown, PA

Vintage 1970s backgammon and chess set depicting the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, 1519-21.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Folk Art Game Boards

Materials

Stone

1970s Handmade Black and White Chess Set, Volterra Alabaster, Italy

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Handmade Black and White Chess Set, Volterra Alabaster, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Stunning black and white chess set in Volterra alabaster.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Vintage marble with brass chess set by Chiellini , 1970s

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H 3.15 in W 13.19 in D 13.19 in

Vintage marble with brass chess set by Chiellini , 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

Vintage marble with brass chess set by Chiellini , 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Marble

Marble and Brass Chess Game Set, ca. 1970s

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H 0.38 in W 10 in D 10 in

Marble and Brass Chess Game Set, ca. 1970s

Located in New York, NY

A marble and brass chess game set, ca. 1970s. Marble game board has a beautiful brass inlaid trim and marble colors that include: white and a marble combo of white/blue/grey and red/...

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Games

Materials

Marble, Alabaster, Brass

1970s Elegant Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

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H 3.14 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Elegant Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

Located in Milano, IT

1970s elegant blue and white chess set in Volterra Alabaster handmade.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s Elegant Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade.

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Elegant Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade.

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Elegant Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s Gorgeous Green and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

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H 3.14 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Gorgeous Green and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Gorgeous Green and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made in Italy, the items are in excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s Gorgeous Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Gorgeous Blue and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Gorgeous blue and white chess set in Volterra alabaster.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s Gorgeous Turquoise and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made

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H 3.34 in W 14.56 in D 14.56 in

1970s Gorgeous Turquoise and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Gorgeous turquoise and white chess set in Volterra alabaster.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

1970s Gorgeous Piero Fornasetti Chess Board - Game Set Box. Made in Italy

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H 2.36 in W 13 in D 13 in

1970s Gorgeous Piero Fornasetti Chess Board - Game Set Box. Made in Italy

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Gorgeous Piero Fornasetti Chess board - Game set Box for Dal Negro in walnut wood , the set is in excellent condition and includes chess game, checkers game, card game and dice...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Set of Eight Life-Size Decorative and Sculptural Ceramic Chess Pieces, 1970s

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H 35.44 in Dm 7.88 in

Set of Eight Life-Size Decorative and Sculptural Ceramic Chess Pieces, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Large set of modern midcentury eight natural clay ceramic chess pieces, decorative figures of the King, the Queen a Rook, the Knight, a Bishop and a Pawn.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Onyx Chess Board

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H 11.25 in W 11.25 in D 0.75 in

Midcentury Onyx Chess Board

Located in San Diego, CA

Midcentury white and brown onyx chess board, circa 1970s. The board is in very nice vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 11.25" x 11.25".

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Onyx

The Chess Players 1970s Academy Cinema London UK Quad Film Poster, Strausfeld

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H 29.88 in W 40 in D 0.1 in

The Chess Players 1970s Academy Cinema London UK Quad Film Poster, Strausfeld

By Peter Strausfeld 1

Located in Bath, Somerset

1970s Academy Cinema film poster for Satyajit Ray's Shatranj Ke Khilari (The Chess Players).

Category

20th Century British Posters

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Brass and Gunmetal Chess Set With Mirrored Glass Inset Board, 1970s

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H 3 in W 21.13 in D 21.13 in

Mid-Century Brass and Gunmetal Chess Set With Mirrored Glass Inset Board, 1970s

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century modern chess set with brass and gunmetal pieces on a mirrored glass board. The glass playing board is inset in a raised brass frame.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

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Vintage 1920s French Egyptian Revival Games

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Plaster, Wood

Chess Set from USA

$5,600

H 4 in W 16.75 in D 16.75 in

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Located in Sagaponack, NY

A modernist chess set in chrome-plated brass with a vintage cork board. The pieces are differentiated by having either a smooth polished finish or a subtle ripple texture.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Leather and Cast Iron Chess Set #5606

$4,020 / item

H 15 in W 15 in D 0.25 in

Carl Auböck Leather and Cast Iron Chess Set #5606

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Glendale, CA

Carl Auböck Leather and Cast Iron Chess Set #5606 Authorized re-edition of a design originally produced by Carl Auböck III. This set is handmade in the original Auböck workshop in t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Games

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Iron, Nickel

LARGE WEiGHTED VINTAGE JACQUE STAUNTON CHESSMAN STAMPED CHESS SET ORIGINAL BOX

$3,197

H 4.14 in W 8.47 in D 6.11 in

LARGE WEiGHTED VINTAGE JACQUE STAUNTON CHESSMAN STAMPED CHESS SET ORIGINAL BOX

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, large weighted, vintage Jaques Staunton Chessmen Crown stamped chess set in the or...

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Games

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Hardwood, Satinwood, Walnut

ANTIQUE ENGLISH QUALITY STAUNTON WEIGHTED CHESS SET WiTH BOX AND BOARD

$1,871 / set

H 0.79 in W 13.59 in D 13.59 in

ANTIQUE ENGLISH QUALITY STAUNTON WEIGHTED CHESS SET WiTH BOX AND BOARD

By House of Staunton

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Antique English Quality Staunton Weighted Chess Set With Box And Board. A highly collectable and beautiful set, ...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Games

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Hardwood, Oak, Walnut

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set with Original Nickel Base and Box, Signed

$6,750

H 8 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set with Original Nickel Base and Box, Signed

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning chess set designed by the Lucite master, Charles Hollis Jones. The set is from the mid-1960s and is in very good original condition, the board has a few surface scratches a...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Set Of Chess Figures

$1,333

H 3.55 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

Vintage Set Of Chess Figures

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Large vintage Staunton Style Chess Figures. A large Staunton style chess set with Ebonised and Boxwood weighted chess pieces. The pieces with wide bases for added stability, undersid...

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Wood

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Chess 1970s For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of chess 1970s is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique chess 1970s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, stone and glass. Chess 1970s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Chess 1970s are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and folk art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Chess 1970s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Ivan Jakes, Osvětlovací sklo n.p., Valašské Meuiříčí and Peter Strausfeld are consistently popular.