Minimalist Chess Set Attributed to Joseph Hartwig, 1924
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Bauhaus designed ceramic and aluminum chess set housed in individual wood red cases.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Ceramic
Minimalist Chess
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Gray Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light by Linder Germany, 1950
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Yellow Double Sconce Wall Light, Linder Germany, 1950s
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Lindner
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Turquoise Double Sconce Wall Light, Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus White Double Sconce Wall Light, Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
A Game of Chess - Contemporary Minimalist Street Photography, Black White
By Marcin Ryczek
Located in Hallein, AT
Edition of 5 in format 50x80 cm Photograph on Hahnemuhle Paper ; Digigraphie technology , Limited edition, 50x80 cm + 5 cm white margin The photo is signed and stamped on the front ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Turquoise Double Sconce Wall Light, Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Pink Double Sconce Wall Light, Linder Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus White Sconce Double Wall Light, Linder Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Contemporary High-Fired Ceramic Chess Set by MANIFIESTO SOBRE ARCILLA
Located in Mexico City, MX
The board is composed of handcrafted ceramic tiles in natural earth and muted green tones, highlighting the material's texture and artisanal character. Inspired by minimalist design,...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Games
Materials
Enamel
Modern Handcrafted Pink "Queen" Ceramic Vase Inspired by Chess, Italy
By Sara Khamisi
Located in Milano, IT
The "Kish o Mat" collection is inspired by the game of chess where each ceramic represents a chess piece. The Queen vase epitomizes the elegance and power of the queen chess piece wi...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Ceramic
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
Handmade "chess-inspired" matt black ceramic vase, Italy, "Rook" by Sara Khamisi
By Sara Khamisi
Located in Milano, IT
The “Rook Vase" from the "Kish o Mat" collection, designed by the artist Sara Khamisi is inspired by chess characters. Each ceramic in this collection tells a unique story. The "Rook...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Handmade Chess-inspired Black Ceramic Vase, Italy model "Knight" by Sara Khamisi
By Sara Khamisi
Located in Milano, IT
The "Knight Vase" from the "Kish o Mat" collection, designed by the artist Sara Khamisi is inspired by chess characters. Each ceramic in this collection tells a unique story. The “Kn...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Blown Crystal Glass Chess Set, 3000-5000 Year-Old Solid Bog-Oak Display Box
Located in London, GB
This Chess Set is a collaboration with the artist Laura McKinley made from handblown crystal glass, blown-in London. The Chessboard and cover are made from solid thousands-of-years-o...
Category
2010s English Minimalist Games
Materials
Brass
Carl Aubock Modernist Cast Iron Chess Game Set with Handmade Leather Board
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A very exceptional and beautiful Minimalist Mid-Century Modern chess game, model #5606, designed by Carl Aubock III in 1969.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Games
Materials
Iron, Nickel
Carl Auböck modern wooden chess set for Werkstätte Auböck, Austria Vienna 1960´s
$3,713Sale Price / set|25% Off
Carl Auböck modern wooden chess set for Werkstätte Auböck, Austria Vienna 1960´s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Very rare, extra large minimalist wooden chess set of the 1960´s by Carl Auböck for Werkstätte (workshop) Carl Auböck, Black and white painted beech wood, original paint, non restau...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Bauhaus Games
Materials
Wood, Beech, Paint
Mid-Century Modern 2-Piece Seated Giraffe Sculpture Attrib. Austin Productions
By Austin Enterprises
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
While many mid-century enthusiasts are familiar with Austin Enterprises—famous primarily for its iconic, minimalist 1962 aluminum chess sets designed by Austin Cox—this large-scale c...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Composition, Metal
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Minimalist Chess Set
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Modern design, handcrafted. Painted wood bodies with silver tops on inlaid marble board.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Games
Minimalist Italian Lucite and Acrylic Chess Set
By Felice Antonio Botta
Located in Toronto, ON
Lucite and Acrylic Minimalist Chess Set. Excellent example of Italian Minimalist Design by Botta.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Games
Materials
Lucite, Acrylic
Unique “Pacifico” Chess Table by Studio A.R.D.I.T.I., Italy 1973
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H 31.5 in W 45.28 in D 45.28 in
Unique “Pacifico” Chess Table by Studio A.R.D.I.T.I., Italy 1973
By Gruppo Arditi 1
Located in Wilnis, UT
The inlaid chessboard at the center of the top is tilted, as the design was made to accompany a more relaxed playing position. The minimalist chess pieces are hand made of white and ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare, Minimalist wooden chess set # 5917, circa 1960s by Carl Auböck for Werkstätte (workshop) Carl Auböck, Vienna Rosewood / beech Comes with a purple felt "chessboard."
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Games
Materials
Felt, Wood
Modernist Minimalist Chess Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Bronze and steel modernist chess set. Very minimalist. Original box but no cover.
Category
20th Century American Games
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Sconce / Double Wall Light by Linder Germany, 1950s
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H 3 in W 10 in D 3.5 in
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Sconce / Double Wall Light by Linder Germany, 1950s
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Lindner
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Contemporary Minimalist Blue & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
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H 2.2 in W 7.7 in D 7.7 in
Contemporary Minimalist Blue & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A fun Italian portable chess game of modern organic design, the detailed chess pieces are molded in night blue and yellow Murano Art glass, the mirror glass chessboard is decorated w...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Games
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Contemporary Minimalist Blue & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
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H 2.2 in W 7.7 in D 7.7 in
Contemporary Minimalist Blue & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A fun Italian portable chess game of modern organic design, the detailed chess pieces are molded in night blue and yellow Murano Art glass, the mirror glass chessboard is decorated w...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Games
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Contemporary Minimalist Green & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
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H 2.2 in W 7.7 in D 7.7 in
Contemporary Minimalist Green & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A fun Italian portable chess game of modern organic design, the detailed chess pieces are molded in vibrant green and yellow Murano Art glass, the mirror glass chessboard is decorate...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Games
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Contemporary Minimalist Green & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
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H 2.2 in W 7.7 in D 7.7 in
Contemporary Minimalist Green & Yellow Murano Glass Chess Set on Mirrored Board
Located in New York, NY
A fun Italian portable chess game of modern organic design, the detailed chess pieces are molded in vibrant green and yellow Murano Art glass, the mirror glass chessboard is decorate...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Games
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Three Round Bauhaus Sconces Wall lights, Linder Germany, 1950s
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H 8.25 in W 6.75 in D 3.5 in
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Three Round Bauhaus Sconces Wall lights, Linder Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain
XXL Wilhelm White Wagenfeld Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light by Linder Germany
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H 4 in W 12.5 in D 4.5 in
XXL Wilhelm White Wagenfeld Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light by Linder Germany
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Karim Rashid Acrylic Black & White Chess Set
By Karim Rashid
Located in New York, NY
A Minimalist Lucite chess set designed by Karim Rashid (born 1960) for Bozart.
Category
Early 2000s American Minimalist Games
Materials
Acrylic, Rubber
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Black Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light by Linder Germany, 1950
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H 3 in W 10 in D 3.5 in
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Black Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light by Linder Germany, 1950
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Yellow Bauhaus Sconce / Double Wall Light by Linder Germany
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H 3 in W 10 in D 3.5 in
Wilhelm Wagenfeld Yellow Bauhaus Sconce / Double Wall Light by Linder Germany
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
XXL Wilhelm Wagenfeld Turquoise Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light, Linder Germany
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H 4 in W 12.5 in D 4.5 in
XXL Wilhelm Wagenfeld Turquoise Bauhaus Sconce Double Wall Light, Linder Germany
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Two Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Yellow Sconce Wall Lights, Linder Germany, 1950s
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H 3 in W 10 in D 3.5 in
Two Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Yellow Sconce Wall Lights, Linder Germany, 1950s
By Lindner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
His notable designs include the Bauhaus Table Lamp (1924), also known as the "Wagenfeld Lamp," the Kubus Chess Set (1928), a minimalist chess set, the WMF Tea Service (1930), an eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage Postmodern Lucite Chess Game
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Very unique Bauhaus Minimalist cube chess pieces in clear and light gold, box in tortoise brown and gold color.
Category
Late 20th Century European Bauhaus Games
Materials
Lucite
Game Table with Bauhaus Chess Set by Josef Hartwig, Germany, 1924
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H 21.66 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Game Table with Bauhaus Chess Set by Josef Hartwig, Germany, 1924
By Josef Hartwig
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chess Table; Game Table; Bauhaus; Josef Hartwig; Germany; Schachspiel; 1920s; Chessboard; Minimalist; Bauhaus game table with chess set designed by Josef Hartwig in 1924.
Category
Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Game Tables
Materials
Stone, Chrome
F. Lanier Graham Chess Set for MoMA
By Josef Hartwig
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist chess set in walnut and korina (white limba) wood by American sculptor, museum curator, art historian, and chess aficionado F.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Minimalist Games
Materials
Plastic, Wood, Paper
Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
rare, Minimalist chess set by Carl Auböck cast iron, chromed and blackened comes with a felt "chessboard" height of the pieces: king: 7,4 cm / 2,9 inches queen: 6,4 cm / 2,5 i...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Games
Materials
Iron
Tipsy Chess
Located in Renton, WA
A charming minimalist and geometric work by former University of Washington art professor, Wendell Brazeau. This piece was purchased at Francine Seders Gallery, Seattle and is from t...
Category
20th Century Minimalist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic Polymer
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Minimalist Chess For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic minimalist chess available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every minimalist chess was constructed with great care. There are 4 variations of the antique or vintage minimalist chess you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the minimalist chess you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A minimalist chess, designed in the mid-century modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Pietro Anoldi, Christofle and Lino Sabattini each produced at least one beautiful minimalist chess that is worth considering.
How Much is a Minimalist Chess?
The average selling price for a minimalist chess at 1stDibs is $4,207, while they’re typically $720 on the low end and $58,200 for the highest priced.