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 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.

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Pierre Cardin, 1969 Evolution Chess Set with Glass Board

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This rare and highly desirable chess set comes with an acid etched smoke glass chess board. The

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

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Metal

Pierre Cardin, 1969 Evolution Chess Set with Glass Board

H 3 in W 1 in D 1 in

Vintage Pierre Cardin Wooden Chess Set

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Pierre Cardin Wooden Chess Set

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Vintage 1960s Games

Vintage Pierre Cardin Wooden Chess Set

H 3 in W 17.5 in D 14 in

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set with 32 pieces stored in the case. Made in the

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Vintage 1970s Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Games

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Brass

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set

H 17.75 in W 13.75 in D 2.25 in

Rare Pierre Cardin Chess Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Pierre Cardin chess set. Wooden board with brass inlay and metal cast game pieces.

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Vintage 1960s Games

Rare Pierre Cardin Chess Set

W 15 in D 15 in

Chess Pieces, Brass and Pewter, France Mid-Century Modern, Attr. Pierre Cardin

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Stockholm, SE

A set with 32 chess pieces in brass and pewter, attributed Pierre Cardin (similar to Evolution

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

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Brass, Pewter

Chess Pieces, Brass and Pewter, France Mid-Century Modern, Attr. Pierre Cardin

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H 7 in W 3 in D 3 in

Suede Backgammon Table & Chair Set

Located in Danville, CA

Backgammon Set with matching table and chairs in the style of Pierre Cardin. Table and chairs are

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Vintage 1970s French Game Tables

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Wood, Suede

Suede Backgammon Table & Chair Set

H 28 in W 36 in D 22 in

Wooden Pierre Cardin Chess Set and Backgammon Board

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

French 1970s mid-century wooden Pierre Cardin chess set and backgammon board. Contains 32 chess

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

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Wood

Wooden Pierre Cardin Chess Set and Backgammon Board

H 2.5 in W 17.5 in D 14 in

Pierre Cardin Different Game's Set Vintage NEW In Briefcase

Located in New York, NY

Pierre Cardin games set including backgammon, chess, dominoes, cards Some pieces still wrapped

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21st Century and Contemporary Games

Pierre Cardin Different Game's Set Vintage NEW In Briefcase

Rare Mid-Century Bronzed Metal Evolution Chess Set by Pierre Cardin

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Port Hope, ON

This distinctively crafted bronzed metal Mid-Century Modern 'Evolution' chess set was created by

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

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Bronze, Metal

Rare Mid-Century Bronzed Metal Evolution Chess Set by Pierre Cardin

H 3 in W 1 in D 1 in

1960's Pierre Cardin Chess Set

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic complete Pierre Cardin chess set crafted in metal with felt bottoms. Excellent

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Vintage 1960s French Games

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Brass

1960's Pierre Cardin Chess Set

H 34 in

Modernist Chess Set Attributed to Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Smoke glass base with square chrome plates, enameled metal chess pieces.

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Vintage 1970s French Game Tables

Modernist Chess Set Attributed to Pierre Cardin

W 27.25 in D 27.25 in

Two-Color Patinated Bronze Chess Set by Pierre Cardin

Located in Hoboken, NJ

Two-color patinated bronze chess set, by Pierre Cardin, French late 1960s. The knights being in the

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Vintage 1960s French Decorative Objects

Two-Color Patinated Bronze Chess Set by Pierre Cardin

H 4.375 in

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Questions About Chess Set Cardin

Where is the oldest chess set?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 name of the oldest European chess set?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
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.