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Mid-Century Modern Chess Set by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria
Mid-Century Modern Chess Set by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria

Mid-Century Modern Chess Set by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria

$2,990 / item

H 3.23 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

Mid-Century Modern Chess Set by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Berlin, DE

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Nickel

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

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

1962 ALCOA Aluminum Chess Set by Austin E. Cox in Wall-Mounted Case
1962 ALCOA Aluminum Chess Set by Austin E. Cox in Wall-Mounted Case

1962 ALCOA Aluminum Chess Set by Austin E. Cox in Wall-Mounted Case

By ALCOA

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1962 ALCOA Aluminum Chess Set by Austin E. Cox in Wall-Mounted Case A documented and highly sculptural mid-century modern chess set designed in 1962 by Austin E.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Plexiglass, Wood

Set of 3 Vintage Chess Coffee Table "Chess" in Work Iron by Luigi Colli, Italy
Set of 3 Vintage Chess Coffee Table "Chess" in Work Iron by Luigi Colli, Italy

Set of 3 Vintage Chess Coffee Table "Chess" in Work Iron by Luigi Colli, Italy

By Colli Torino

Located in Biella, IT

Luigi Colli Italy set of chess glass coffee table in work iron years ’40 perfect and original condition, very rare. Top glass with work acid engraved the chessboard in the surface...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Extruded Aluminum Chess Set
Mid-Century Modern Extruded Aluminum Chess Set

Mid-Century Modern Extruded Aluminum Chess Set

$3,750 / set

H 6 in W 30.75 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Extruded Aluminum Chess Set

By ALCOA

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century Modern extruded aluminum chess set with 32 stylized figures in the original presentation box.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Chess Set from USA
Chess Set from USA

Chess Set from USA

$5,600

H 4 in W 16.75 in D 16.75 in

Chess Set from USA

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Brass

Chess Talent Walnut Set
Chess Talent Walnut Set

Chess Talent Walnut Set

$1,380 / item

H 2.17 in W 16.07 in D 15.75 in

Chess Talent Walnut Set

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Chessboard in matt Canaletto walnut and white maple. It contains boxwood chessmen.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Games

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises, USA, 1962
Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises, USA, 1962

Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises, USA, 1962

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century Modern extruded aluminum chess set with 32 stylized figures in the original presentation box.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set
Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set

$3,468 / set

H 19.69 in Dm 17.72 in

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set

Located in Ostrava, CZ

Trojan, a coffee table at first sight, is hiding space that holds similar amount of fighters as a legendary Trojan horse. 32 chess pieces made by Towarna, are cast from concrete, one...

Category

2010s Czech Scandinavian Modern Game Tables

Materials

Concrete

Mid-Century Modern Industrial Pop Art Chess Set in Brass & Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Industrial Pop Art Chess Set in Brass & Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Industrial Pop Art Chess Set in Brass & Aluminum

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Industrial Pop Art Chess Set chess pieces: industrial solid brass and aluminum custom made in a machine shop pawn - shortest piece is 1 1/2" tall king - tallest piece is 2 5/8" tal...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Metal

Trafalgar Chess Set by A. Andreucci

Trafalgar Chess Set by A. Andreucci

$11,110 / item

H 2.76 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Trafalgar Chess Set by A. Andreucci

By Arcahorn Srl.

Located in Milan, IT

Featuring an elegant and sophisticated chessboard crafted from nubuck and burnished brass, with chess pieces in matt horn and burnished brass, the Trafalgar Chess Set, designed by A....

Category

2010s Italian Modern Game Boards

Materials

Brass

Nelson Chess Set by A. Andreucci

Nelson Chess Set by A. Andreucci

$8,425 / item

H 2.76 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Nelson Chess Set by A. Andreucci

By Arcahorn Srl.

Located in Milan, IT

Designed by A. Andreucci, the spectacular board of this dynamic Nelson Chess Set has been crafted in mirrored glass and polished black lacquered wood and measures 40 x 40 cm. Perfect...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Game Boards

Materials

Horn, Wool, Glass, Mirror

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (White)
Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (White)

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (White)

$3,600 / set

H 19.69 in Dm 17.72 in

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (White)

Located in Ostrava, CZ

Trojan, a coffee table at first sight, is hiding space that holds similar amount of fighters as a legendary Trojan horse. 32 chess pieces made by Towarna, are cast from concrete, one...

Category

2010s Czech Modern Game Tables

Materials

Concrete

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (Black)
Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (Black)

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (Black)

$3,500 / set

H 19.69 in Dm 17.72 in

Trojan XXI Chess Table & Set (Black)

Located in Ostrava, CZ

We've broadened our family of Trojan chess tables with a richly dark variant. The hue is achieved through a chemical reaction, so it doesn't rely on using a color pigment that might ...

Category

2010s Czech Modern Game Tables

Materials

Concrete

Trojan IXX Chess Table and Set
Trojan IXX Chess Table and Set

Trojan IXX Chess Table and Set

$3,131 / set

H 19.69 in Dm 17.72 in

Trojan IXX Chess Table and Set

Located in Ostrava, CZ

Trojan, a coffee table at first sight, is actually a hiding space that holds similar amount of fighters as the legendary Trojan Horse. Figures made by TOWARNA are cast from concrete ...

Category

2010s Czech Scandinavian Modern Game Tables

Materials

Concrete

1972 Scott Wolfe Columbia Aluminum Chess Set
1972 Scott Wolfe Columbia Aluminum Chess Set

1972 Scott Wolfe Columbia Aluminum Chess Set

$2,200

H 5.5 in W 15.63 in D 15.63 in

1972 Scott Wolfe Columbia Aluminum Chess Set

By Scott Wolfe

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Vintage 1972 MCM Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe Boxed Vintage Set 15.63 x 15.63 x 5.5 tall Box 17.25 x 16.38 x 1.88 Preowned original vintage condition Review a...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage French Lucite Modernist Chess Set, 1970s
Vintage French Lucite Modernist Chess Set, 1970s

Vintage French Lucite Modernist Chess Set, 1970s

$2,159

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. T...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Vintage Israeli Art Chess Set by Hans Teppich
Vintage Israeli Art Chess Set by Hans Teppich

Vintage Israeli Art Chess Set by Hans Teppich

$1,500 / set

H 1.5 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in

Vintage Israeli Art Chess Set by Hans Teppich

By Hans Teppich

Located in San Diego, CA

Very modern and hard to find set! #4782 This mid-20th-century chess set by Israeli author Hans Teppich that showcases his distinctive design aesthetic.

Category

Mid-20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic, Rubber

Italian Black and White Marble Chess Set, 1970s
Italian Black and White Marble Chess Set, 1970s

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. The pieces are hand-turned in polished black and white sto...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Games

Materials

Marble

Italian Marble Chess Set with Figural Metal Pieces
Italian Marble Chess Set with Figural Metal Pieces

Italian Marble Chess Set with Figural Metal Pieces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Decorative Italian chess set featuring a red and white marble board framed in stone and inlaid with a brass border. The set includes a complete collection of sculptural figural piece...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Games

Materials

Marble, Metal

Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe
Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe

Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe

$2,995

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.25 in

Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe

By Scott Wolfe

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Columbia aluminum chess set by Scott Wolfe. Chess board measures 15.75" wide. Chess pieces vary in height and the tallest one is 5".

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Modernist Brass & Chrome Chess Set with Sculptural Pieces
Vintage Modernist Brass & Chrome Chess Set with Sculptural Pieces

Vintage Modernist Brass & Chrome Chess Set with Sculptural Pieces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The chess pieces are uniquely sculptural, crafted in coordinating brass and chrome finishes with geometric, minimalist forms that give the set a distinctive mid-century modern aesthe...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Carl Auböck modern wooden chess set for Werkstätte Auböck, Austria Vienna 1960´s
Carl Auböck modern wooden chess set for Werkstätte Auböck, Austria Vienna 1960´s

Carl Auböck modern wooden chess set for Werkstätte Auböck, Austria Vienna 1960´s

$3,702Sale Price / set|25% Off

H 5.71 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in

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

Set of Beautifully Crafted Artisan Made Chess Pieces
Set of Beautifully Crafted Artisan Made Chess Pieces

Set of Beautifully Crafted Artisan Made Chess Pieces

$1,950 / set

H 6.5 in W 2.5 in D 1.5 in

Set of Beautifully Crafted Artisan Made Chess Pieces

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Marvelously detailed handmade carved wood set of 32 chest pieces having wonderful embellishments with card motifs such as king, heart, clubs and the like. Sizes vary .

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Carl Auböck Leather and Cast Iron Chess Set #5606
Carl Auböck Leather and Cast Iron Chess Set #5606

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Iron, Nickel

Trojan XXI Chess Set and Table, 37 Pieces
Trojan XXI Chess Set and Table, 37 Pieces

Trojan XXI Chess Set and Table, 37 Pieces

$3,504 / set

H 29.93 in Dm 17.72 in

Trojan XXI Chess Set and Table, 37 Pieces

Located in Ostrava, CZ

TROJAN, a coffee table at first sight, is hiding space that holds similar amount of fighters as a legendary Trojan horse. 32 chess pieces made by TOWARNA, are cast from concrete, one...

Category

2010s Czech Modern Game Tables

Materials

Concrete

Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set 1960s
Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set 1960s

Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set 1960s

$6,127

H 4.73 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set 1960s

By Cenedese, Gino Cenedese

Located in Meer, VAN

Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set, Venice, Italy, 1960s. This is a highly rare Murano glass chess set by Gino Cenedese - one of the famous glass artists from Venice, I...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple
Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple

Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple

$2,400 / item

H 2.21 in Dm 17.96 in

Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

  White bird’s-eye maple and green marble chess set. Hand painted Golf chessmen.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Games

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960S
Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960S

Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960S

By Austin Enterprises

Located in Stafford, TX

The Aluminum Company of America (ALCOA) launched a marketing program to advance the selling of ALCOA aluminum products. The players: Austin E. Cox A.S.I.D. of Austin Enterprises and ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Italian Genuine Alabaster Chess Set with Carved Pieces, 1970s
Vintage Italian Genuine Alabaster Chess Set with Carved Pieces, 1970s

Vintage Italian Genuine Alabaster Chess Set with Carved Pieces, 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful 1970s Italian chess set in genuine alabaster. The board features warm cream and rich reddish-brown marble squares with subtle veining. 32 hand-carved pieces: deep burgundy ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Alabaster

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

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

Located in Milano, IT

An exquisite mid-century example of Italian craftsmanship, this gorgeous 1970s chess set is handcrafted from genuine Volterra alabaster, renowned globally for its translucent quality...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

FORNASETTI Rare Large Chess and Dominoes Board Game Set Box
FORNASETTI Rare Large Chess and Dominoes Board Game Set Box

FORNASETTI Rare Large Chess and Dominoes Board Game Set Box

By Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage board game set box for Dal Negro by Piero Fornasetti, made in Italy in the 1970s. The box is made in walnut wood, and it includes chess game, dominoes, checkers game, card ga...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Wood

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

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

Vintage pink and black marble with brass chess set , 1970s , Italy
Vintage pink and black marble with brass chess set , 1970s , Italy

Vintage pink and black marble with brass chess set , 1970s , Italy

Located in Delft, NL

Vintage pink and black marble with brass chess set , 1970s , Italy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Marble

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set, Maple Wood, 1990
Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set, Maple Wood, 1990

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set, Maple Wood, 1990

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set. Original postmodern Michael Graves chess and checkers set. Maple wood chess and checkers set with board and box by famed architect M...

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Games

Materials

Resin, Wood

Javier Mariscal El Ajedrez Chess Set for Akaba, Spain, Circa 1992
Javier Mariscal El Ajedrez Chess Set for Akaba, Spain, Circa 1992

Javier Mariscal El Ajedrez Chess Set for Akaba, Spain, Circa 1992

By Javier Mariscal

Located in BARCELONA, ES

An iconic and increasingly rare complete chess set designed by Javier Mariscal and produced by Akaba, Spain, circa 1992. Known as "El Ajedrez", this celebrated design perfectly capt...

Category

1990s Spanish Post-Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple
Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple

Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple

$2,400 / item

H 5.6 in W 45.6 in D 45.6 in

Golf Inspired Chess Set in White Bird's-Eye Maple

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

White bird's-eye maple and erable. Hand-painted golf chessmen.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Games

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Set of Chess Piece Stool and Side Table by Panorammma
Set of Chess Piece Stool and Side Table by Panorammma

Set of Chess Piece Stool and Side Table by Panorammma

Located in Geneve, CH

A set of chess piece stool and side table by Panorammma Materials: wood, resin. Dimensions: 25 x H 45 cm Panorammma is a furniture design atelier based in Mexico City that seeks to...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Stools

Materials

Resin, Wood

Mid-Century Studio Craft Chess Set in Brazilian Rosewood & Philippine Mahogany
Mid-Century Studio Craft Chess Set in Brazilian Rosewood & Philippine Mahogany

Mid-Century Studio Craft Chess Set in Brazilian Rosewood & Philippine Mahogany

Located in Dallas, TX

This striking hand-turned chess set, crafted in the 1960s by an unknown artisan, embodies the refined geometry and natural elegance of mid-century studio craft design.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Wood

Rare 1960s African Tribal Style Artisan Bronze Nude Chess Pieces / Figures Set
Rare 1960s African Tribal Style Artisan Bronze Nude Chess Pieces / Figures Set

Rare 1960s African Tribal Style Artisan Bronze Nude Chess Pieces / Figures Set

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Karl Hagenauer

Located in St. Louis, MO

Possibly a unique chess set, artisan made in the 1960s of bronze nude African Tribe style figures. All male figures have their penis exposed and the queen with her breasts. One set o...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Bronze

Jacques Adnet Modernist Stitched Leather and Aluminum Chess Set, circa 1950
Jacques Adnet Modernist Stitched Leather and Aluminum Chess Set, circa 1950

Jacques Adnet Modernist Stitched Leather and Aluminum Chess Set, circa 1950

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Atlanta, GA

A striking example of French luxury design, this rare, exceptional original chessboard and complete set of thirty‑two pieces was designed by renowned designer Jacques Adnet (1901–198...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Games

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

LARGE WEiGHTED VINTAGE JACQUE STAUNTON CHESSMAN STAMPED CHESS SET ORIGINAL BOX
LARGE WEiGHTED VINTAGE JACQUE STAUNTON CHESSMAN STAMPED CHESS SET ORIGINAL BOX

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...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Hardwood, Satinwood, Walnut

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

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. This is one of those pieces that i...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Faux Fur, Plastic

Colorful Lucite Chess Set by Charles Hollis Jones, USA circa 1960s
Colorful Lucite Chess Set by Charles Hollis Jones, USA circa 1960s

Colorful Lucite Chess Set by Charles Hollis Jones, USA circa 1960s

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare and visually striking Lucite chess set designed by Charles Hollis Jones, a celebrated American designer known for his innovative work with acrylic and Lucite.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg, Complete Set of Chess Pieces in Ceramics
Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg, Complete Set of Chess Pieces in Ceramics

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg, Complete Set of Chess Pieces in Ceramics

Located in København, Copenhagen

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg, complete set of chess pieces in ceramics. Presumably unique, circa 1980. 32 pieces. In perfect condition. Highest measures 9.5 cm. Marked.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Handcrafted XXL (40-80cm) ceramic sculptured chess set by Maria Kenarova
Handcrafted XXL (40-80cm) ceramic sculptured chess set by Maria Kenarova

Handcrafted XXL (40-80cm) ceramic sculptured chess set by Maria Kenarova

Located in HAARLEM, NL

Artist: Maria Kenarova New Mexico late eighties/early nineties H largest pieces 80cm, smallest 40cm A Masterpiece in Monumental Scale Designed and handcrafted by Bulgarian cerami...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Blu Marble and Art Glass Chess Game Set, Italy, circa 1960s
Blu Marble and Art Glass Chess Game Set, Italy, circa 1960s

Blu Marble and Art Glass Chess Game Set, Italy, circa 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An Italian marble and art glass chess game set, circa 1960s, Italy. Marble game board has a beautiful rare blue marble colors that include: white, and a marble combo of white/blue/gr...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Toys and Dolls

Materials

Marble

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

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. This particular set stands out as a magnificent colle...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Late 20th Century Art Glass Murano Attributed Chess Set and Inlaid Wood Board
Late 20th Century Art Glass Murano Attributed Chess Set and Inlaid Wood Board

Late 20th Century Art Glass Murano Attributed Chess Set and Inlaid Wood Board

Located in Fall River, MA

Stunning Murano attributed glass chess set featuring juicy handblown pieces. Not marked, no chips or cracks. Purchased from a collector who bought in Italy ca. 1990. Wood board inclu...

Category

1990s Italian Organic Modern Games

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

LOVELY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN AYRES STAUNTON CROWN STAMPED CHESS SET IN ORiGINAL BOX
LOVELY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN AYRES STAUNTON CROWN STAMPED CHESS SET IN ORiGINAL BOX

LOVELY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN AYRES STAUNTON CROWN STAMPED CHESS SET IN ORiGINAL BOX

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning circa 1880 F.H.Ayres Staunton Crown stamped chess set in the original box A truly...

Category

Antique 1880s English Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Hardwood, Satinwood, Walnut

Carl Aubock Modernist Cast Iron Chess Game Set with Handmade Leather Board
Carl Aubock Modernist Cast Iron Chess Game Set with Handmade Leather Board

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. Executed by Werkstätte Auböck in Vienna / Austria. The ch...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Iron, Nickel

Vintage Marble Chess Set with Hand Carved Turquoise and White Onyx Pieces
Vintage Marble Chess Set with Hand Carved Turquoise and White Onyx Pieces

Vintage Marble Chess Set with Hand Carved Turquoise and White Onyx Pieces

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Marble Large Chess Set with hand carved Turquoise and White Onyx Pieces. 1950s. Vintage mid 20th century Mexican stone marble chess set complete chess board in white and bla...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Rare De Coene Chess Set With Original Box Attr. to Christophe Gevers, Belgium
Rare De Coene Chess Set With Original Box Attr. to Christophe Gevers, Belgium

Rare De Coene Chess Set With Original Box Attr. to Christophe Gevers, Belgium

By De Coene Frères, Christophe Gevers

Located in Meulebeke, BE

This iconic chess set was designed by the influential Belgian architect‑designer Christophe Gevers (1928–2007) in the 1950s and produced by the renowned furniture manufacturer De Coe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Wood, Paper

Italian Roman-Style Chess Set Cast Metal and Leather Leather Board Circa 1960
Italian Roman-Style Chess Set Cast Metal and Leather Leather Board Circa 1960

Italian Roman-Style Chess Set Cast Metal and Leather Leather Board Circa 1960

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large Italian Roman-Style Chess & Checkers Set Cast Metal and Leather Leather Board, circa 1960 A distinguished large mid-century Italian chess showcasing finely cast metal figures i...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Leather

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Game Maple Wood Restored 1999
Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Game Maple Wood Restored 1999

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Game Maple Wood Restored 1999

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in North Miami, FL

This original Postmodern Michael Graves chess set with checkers pieces has been fully restored with the wood which is 2 variants of maple. The wood was redone and new felt was put on...

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1990s American Post-Modern Games

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Ceramic Chess, Complete Set of 32 Pieces, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Ceramic Chess, Complete Set of 32 Pieces, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home

Ceramic Chess, Complete Set of 32 Pieces, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home

By Greenapple, Lusitanus Home

Located in Lisboa, PT

Ceramic Chess, Complete Set of 32 Pieces, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. A luxurious chess set designed for the most sophisticated an...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold

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Minimalist Chess Set
Minimalist Chess Set

Minimalist Chess Set

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H 6 in W 14 in D 14 in

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

American Boxed Chess Set 'Chess-Nuts' by Invento for Hammacher Schlemmer.
American Boxed Chess Set 'Chess-Nuts' by Invento for Hammacher Schlemmer.

American Boxed Chess Set 'Chess-Nuts' by Invento for Hammacher Schlemmer.

By Invento Products, Hammacher Schlemmer, Gem Precision

Located in Port Hope, ON

This complete American Mid Century 'Chess-Nuts' chess set contains pieces entirely constructed from nuts, bolts, washers and wing nuts, all finished in bronze and brass. It was pro...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Steel

Lucite Chess Set by Michel Dumas
Lucite Chess Set by Michel Dumas

Lucite Chess Set by Michel Dumas

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W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Lucite Chess Set by Michel Dumas

By Michel Dumas

Located in Baltimore, MD

Elegant Lucite chess set with gold leaf accents. Designed by Michel Dumas, circa 1970s. The black and clear lucite figures sit atop a glass chess board.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Gold Leaf

Aluminum Chess Set by Austion Cox, Alcoa
Aluminum Chess Set by Austion Cox, Alcoa

Aluminum Chess Set by Austion Cox, Alcoa

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H 6 in W 30.63 in D 2.25 in

Aluminum Chess Set by Austion Cox, Alcoa

By ALCOA

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Beautiful Mid-Century chess set by Austin COX and manufactured by ALCOA.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Greek Mythological Two-Tone Chess Set
1970s Greek Mythological Two-Tone Chess Set

1970s Greek Mythological Two-Tone Chess Set

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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

Italian Magenta / White Large Alabaster Marble Chess Set
Italian Magenta / White Large Alabaster Marble Chess Set

Italian Magenta / White Large Alabaster Marble Chess Set

Located in New York, NY

Hand crafted and hand carved in Volterra, Italy. Made New.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Mid-Century Chess Set, Machine Tooled Aluminum, 1972, USA
Mid-Century Chess Set, Machine Tooled Aluminum, 1972, USA

Mid-Century Chess Set, Machine Tooled Aluminum, 1972, USA

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H 2.25 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in

Mid-Century Chess Set, Machine Tooled Aluminum, 1972, USA

By Ice Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The original felt base which was worn and stained will accompany the set if the buyer wants it. Each chess piece is machine tooled and is a Mid-Century Modern work of art.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

1970s French Modernist Glass Brass and Chrome Chess Set
1970s French Modernist Glass Brass and Chrome Chess Set

1970s French Modernist Glass Brass and Chrome Chess Set

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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. Glass board with brass feet. chrome-plated steel and brass pieces. Chess board measures: 41cm x 41cm x H 2.5cm King measur...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pierre Cardin, 1969 Evolution Chess Set with Glass Board
Pierre Cardin, 1969 Evolution Chess Set with Glass Board

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 pieces are chemically treated and polished metal. The design for the bishops is based ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Gerhard Liebenthron, Ceramic Plate Set with Chess Theme, 1964
Gerhard Liebenthron, Ceramic Plate Set with Chess Theme, 1964

Gerhard Liebenthron, Ceramic Plate Set with Chess Theme, 1964

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Munster, NRW

The exclusive plate set by Gerhard Liebenthron is from 1964 and in excellent condition. By coloring the objects black and white, Liebenthron adhered to the chess theme he chose. The ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Rose Pink / White Large Alabaster Marble Chess Set
Italian Rose Pink / White Large Alabaster Marble Chess Set

Italian Rose Pink / White Large Alabaster Marble Chess Set

Located in New York, NY

Hand crafted and hand carved in Volterra, Italy. New.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960's
Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960's

Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960's

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H 6 in W 31 in D 2 in

Chess Set by Austin Cox for Alcoa Steel, 1960's

By Austin Enterprises

Located in Chicago, IL

The Aluminum Company of America (ALCOA) launched a marketing program to advance the selling of ALCOA aluminum products. The players: Austin E. Cox A.S.I.D. of Austin Enterprises and ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Chess Set with Painted Lead Medieval Figures on Lucite Board
Chess Set with Painted Lead Medieval Figures on Lucite Board

Chess Set with Painted Lead Medieval Figures on Lucite Board

Located in North Hollywood, CA

RETIREMENT SALE!!! EVERYTHING MUST GO - CHECK OUT OUR OTHER ITEMS. A great decorative chess set with a see, through Lucite board. All figures are solid lead, and hand-painted. ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Lead

Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Walnut and Sycamore)
Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Walnut and Sycamore)

Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Walnut and Sycamore)

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H 267.72 in W 255.91 in D 255.91 in

Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Walnut and Sycamore)

Located in Durban, ZA

The game of chess is estimated to be some 1500 years old. It is hard to imagine all the variations of pieces and boards created during that period. I am exceptionally proud of our ...

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2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper

Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Cherry and Maple)
Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Cherry and Maple)

Wood Porn - A Wildly Classy Chess Set (Cherry and Maple)

Located in Durban, ZA

The game of chess is estimated to be some 1500 years old. It is hard to imagine all the variations of pieces and boards created during that period. I am exceptionally proud of our ...

Category

2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper

17-Piece Set Chess Themed Green, Black, Gold & Red Tray with Glass & Barware Set
17-Piece Set Chess Themed Green, Black, Gold & Red Tray with Glass & Barware Set

17-Piece Set Chess Themed Green, Black, Gold & Red Tray with Glass & Barware Set

By Hickok Manufacturing Co.

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern assembled chess themed barware set in green, black, red, white and gold comprising of: A complete six-piece Hickok "Checkmate" pattern gilt glass mar...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Gold and Silver Chess Set by Max Ernst, Edition Pierre Hugo
Gold and Silver Chess Set by Max Ernst, Edition Pierre Hugo

Gold and Silver Chess Set by Max Ernst, Edition Pierre Hugo

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H 3.15 in W 18.9 in D 9.06 in

Gold and Silver Chess Set by Max Ernst, Edition Pierre Hugo

By Pierre Hugo, Max Ernst

Located in Geneva, CH

This chess set was designed by Max Ernst and executed by Pierre Hugo, goldsmith in Aix-en-Provence (France) in 23 carat gold and oxidized 990 silver. The gold weight 1051 grams and t...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Gold, Silver

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

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. Rug is semi shag. Came from the original owner.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Synthetic, Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Chess Set
Mid-Century Modern Chess Set

Mid-Century Modern Chess Set

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Mid-Century Modern Chess Set

Located in San Francisco, CA

Austin Cox products sculpted aluminum chess set in original wall mounted case, excellent condition.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Vintage German Marble Chess Set, Mid-Century Modern Stone Chessboard, circa 1970
Vintage German Marble Chess Set, Mid-Century Modern Stone Chessboard, circa 1970

Vintage German Marble Chess Set, Mid-Century Modern Stone Chessboard, circa 1970

Located in Praha, CZ

Vintage marble chess set produced in Germany around 1970, designed in the characteristic Mid-Century Modern style.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Marble

Chess Set
Chess Set

Chess Set

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Chess Set

Located in Houston, TX

Indian bone pieces carved probably in Burma, and more than likely for Chinese carvers for an export. Natural bone and dyed red. The chess set is 19th century. Some repairs and age cr...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Ivory, Wood

Large Mid-Century Modern Lucite Chess Set with Elaborate Chess Pieces
Large Mid-Century Modern Lucite Chess Set with Elaborate Chess Pieces

Large Mid-Century Modern Lucite Chess Set with Elaborate Chess Pieces

Located in Astoria, NY

A large Mid-Century Modern Lucite black, white and clear chess set with elaborate chess pieces and a clear Lucite cover.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Lucite

Modern Square Onyx Chess Table with Brass Base and Onyx Chess Set
Modern Square Onyx Chess Table with Brass Base and Onyx Chess Set

Modern Square Onyx Chess Table with Brass Base and Onyx Chess Set

By Karl Springer

Located in Houston, TX

Gorgeous onyx chess table on a lovely brass base and includes a lovely onyx chess set. The table is also adjustable. A fine example of interactive art, as the chess pieces have been ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Game Tables

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Danish Rosewood & Ceramic Chess Set
Danish Rosewood & Ceramic Chess Set

Danish Rosewood & Ceramic Chess Set

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Danish Rosewood & Ceramic Chess Set.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Ceramic

Hand Carved Marble Chess Set
Hand Carved Marble Chess Set

Hand Carved Marble Chess Set

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H 1.5 in W 13.25 in D 13.25 in

Hand Carved Marble Chess Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand carved marble and bone chess set. This stunning monochrome set features a marble checkerboard inset into a thicker marble frame, which sits atop short marble feet. The intricate...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Marble

Charles Hollis Jones Chess Set
Charles Hollis Jones Chess Set

Charles Hollis Jones Chess Set

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H 5 in W 17 in D 16 in

Charles Hollis Jones Chess Set

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite chess set and board. Lucite game pieces made of stacked colored lucite. One grouping is in shades of oranges and reds and other half are in blue and green...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Lucite

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

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. A checkered board of white and black plexiglass blocks. All chess pieces are handmade. Their appearance ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Michael Graves Chess Set, circa 2000
Michael Graves Chess Set, circa 2000

Michael Graves Chess Set, circa 2000

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H 2.75 in W 16 in L 2.75 in

Michael Graves Chess Set, circa 2000

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in New York, NY

Carved wood chess and checkers set with board and box by famed architect Michael Graves. Chess board is marked with Graves tag; each chess and pawn piece is signed Graves; USA, circa...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Games

Materials

Resin, Wood

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set
Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set

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H 17.75 in W 13.75 in D 2.25 in

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Astoria, NY

Pierre Cardin Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Set with 32 pieces stored in the case. Made in the 1970s but brand new with original tags, logo and pamphlet. Chess pieces are hand carve...

Category

Vintage 1970s Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Brass

1980 Vintage Italian Glass Chess Set
1980 Vintage Italian Glass Chess Set

1980 Vintage Italian Glass Chess Set

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H 1 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

1980 Vintage Italian Glass Chess Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Italian chess set, an extraordinary piece that will complete every single room of the house !!! Stunning.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Art Glass

19th Century Primitive Chess Table Set
19th Century Primitive Chess Table Set

19th Century Primitive Chess Table Set

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H 18.5 in W 24 in D 18.75 in

19th Century Primitive Chess Table Set

Located in IT

19th century Primitive chess table set with lots of personality. Would work well in a hip hotel or a home game room to immediately add character. Stool Size: 12" D x 13" H.

Category

Antique 19th Century Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bronze and Suede Chess Set, Cubist, Art Deco
Mid-Century Modern Bronze and Suede Chess Set, Cubist, Art Deco

Mid-Century Modern Bronze and Suede Chess Set, Cubist, Art Deco

Located in Buffalo, NY

Unusual Modernist Chess Set. Bronze and steel stylized pieces. Cubist. Art Deco. Retains original suede wrapped board. Origin / maker unknown, possibly european

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Cut Steel

Carved Wooden Inlaid Hinged Folding Chess Set
Carved Wooden Inlaid Hinged Folding Chess Set

Carved Wooden Inlaid Hinged Folding Chess Set

Located in Montreal, QC

Carved wooden chess set featuring inlaid hinged folding board. Intricately carved exterior and interior box, including beautifully carved chess pieces comprising: one King, one Queen...

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2010s Modern Games

Austin Enterprises Aluminum Chess Set and Board
Austin Enterprises Aluminum Chess Set and Board

Austin Enterprises Aluminum Chess Set and Board

By Austin Enterprises

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Austin Enterprises aluminum chess set and board.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Austin Cox Chess Set and Lucite Board
Austin Cox Chess Set and Lucite Board

Austin Cox Chess Set and Lucite Board

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H 5 in W 1.5 in D 1 in

Austin Cox Chess Set and Lucite Board

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a set of aluminum chess pieces designed in 1962 for Austin Enterprises and a newly made lucite board

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Chess Set by Robert Rosenwald
Mid-Century Chess Set by Robert Rosenwald

Mid-Century Chess Set by Robert Rosenwald

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Robert Rosenwald, son of art collector and philanthropist Lessing Rosenwald, studied at Cranbrook under the likes of Harry Bertoia, preceding a lifelong career sculpting and drawing....

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Malachite and Marble Chess Set
Mid-Century Malachite and Marble Chess Set

Mid-Century Malachite and Marble Chess Set

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H 0.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

Mid-Century Malachite and Marble Chess Set

Located in Astoria, NY

A chess set from circa 1960s, with board and 32 hand-carved pieces in malachite and marble. Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and use. Dimensions provided reflect b...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Malachite, Marble

1962 Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises
1962 Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises

1962 Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises

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H 6 in W 30.75 in D 2.25 in

1962 Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises

By Austin Enterprises

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A spectacular aluminum chess set designed by Austin Cox for Austin Enterprises in 1962. The set is stored and displayed in a wall mountable walnut case with a blue acrylic cover. All...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Hollis Jones Acrylic & Glass Chess Set
Charles Hollis Jones Acrylic & Glass Chess Set

Charles Hollis Jones Acrylic & Glass Chess Set

Located in Englewood, NJ

A Very cool Modern lucite chess set designed by Charles Hollis Jones. with chess pieces all done in acrylic.

Category

Late 20th Century American Games

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Macassar Ebony and Teak Exotic Hardwood Chess Set Table Set
Macassar Ebony and Teak Exotic Hardwood Chess Set Table Set

Macassar Ebony and Teak Exotic Hardwood Chess Set Table Set

By Florence Knoll

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This unique table is a marriage of an authentic vintage chessboard and a Mid-Century Modern table base. We updated made this exotic hardwood chess set into a functional piece of furn...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Chess Set Designed by Michael Graves Postmodern
Chess Set Designed by Michael Graves Postmodern

Chess Set Designed by Michael Graves Postmodern

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H 2.75 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in

Chess Set Designed by Michael Graves Postmodern

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful set designed by Michael Graves, in credible design, with a Memphis Postmodern era look. Signature of his great designs.

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Games

Materials

Wood

Lucite Chess Set and table by Victor Vasarely
Lucite Chess Set and table by Victor Vasarely

Lucite Chess Set and table by Victor Vasarely

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Winnetka, IL

Victor Vasarely French-Hungarian 1908-1987 Vasarely Chess Set 1979 or 1982 A complete chess set having a screenprint on acrylic set in in an acrylic frame .All designed by Victor V...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Game Tables

Materials

Acrylic

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set, Signed
Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set, Signed

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set, Signed

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Miami, FL

Original Michael Graves chess and checkers set made of two tone maple wood. The chess pieces are composite and it contains both full sets along with plastic holder for travel.

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Games

Materials

Maple

1970s Modernist Painted and Gilded Wood Chess Set
1970s Modernist Painted and Gilded Wood Chess Set

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

Large European Wooden Sculptural Chess Set, Circa 1960s
Large European Wooden Sculptural Chess Set, Circa 1960s

Large European Wooden Sculptural Chess Set, Circa 1960s

Located in San Antonio, TX

Large vintage European custom made wooden sculptural chess set includes all 32 pieces, circa 1960s. Each chess piece is substantial and solid wood. Dimensions: King: 32"x4.5 Queen:...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large and Unusual Vintage Leather Bound Chess Set
Large and Unusual Vintage Leather Bound Chess Set

Large and Unusual Vintage Leather Bound Chess Set

Located in London, GB

A huge and amazing vintage leather bound chess board with carved wooden figures, probably the most unusual chess set you will see! This was most likely made in continental Europe, it...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Leather

Modernist Bauhaus Chess Set designed by Josef Hartwig
Modernist Bauhaus Chess Set designed by Josef Hartwig

Modernist Bauhaus Chess Set designed by Josef Hartwig

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist Chess Set, originally designed by Josef Hartwig for the Bauhaus in 1923, this example is from a limited edition made for the Museum of Modern Art in 1974.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Games

Materials

Pearwood

Saarinen Style Tulip Table and Chairs Ebony Chess Set
Saarinen Style Tulip Table and Chairs Ebony Chess Set

Saarinen Style Tulip Table and Chairs Ebony Chess Set

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Truly one of a kind ebony wood chess set gaming table. The large chess board is mounted to a vintage, Mid-Century Modern tulip table and paired with two Saarinen style green padded c...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Aluminum

Carved Green Malachite and Marble Chess Set - Mexico
Carved Green Malachite and Marble Chess Set - Mexico

Carved Green Malachite and Marble Chess Set - Mexico

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H 0.75 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

Carved Green Malachite and Marble Chess Set - Mexico

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Complete green Malachite and white marble stone chessboard with game pieces. Hand carved from three different types of stone, this striking gameboard will be a gorgeous addition to a...

Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Stone, Malachite, Quartz, Marble

Romans vs Greeks Chess Set with Marble Pedestal Table
Romans vs Greeks Chess Set with Marble Pedestal Table

Romans vs Greeks Chess Set with Marble Pedestal Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Cast metal chess set depicting Romans versus Greeks on custom marble pedestal table. The chess pieces feature detailed classical warrior figures, with one side representing Roman s...

Category

20th Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modernist Lucite Chess Set by Rona Cutler
Mid-Century Modernist Lucite Chess Set by Rona Cutler

Mid-Century Modernist Lucite Chess Set by Rona Cutler

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous set is made of black and white and clear thick lucite chess pieces with a board as well. This set is signed by Rona Cutler as well. It would be great with the lucite an...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Games

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Winter Park, FL

Modern lucite chess set designed by Charles Hollis Jones.

Category

Vintage 1970s Games

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chess Set or Game Board

Located in Winter Park, FL

Modern lucite chess set designed by Charles Hollis Jones.

Category

Vintage 1970s Games

Vintage wooden chess set in wooden box, year 1952
Vintage wooden chess set in wooden box, year 1952

Vintage wooden chess set in wooden box, year 1952

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H 5.52 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Vintage wooden chess set in wooden box, year 1952

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia The set shows signs of use (see photo) Figures have a patina The box has peeled veneer The box measures: Height-7.5cm Depth-20cm Width-40cm Original Vintage c...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Wood

Michael Graves Contemporary Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Wooden Board
Michael Graves Contemporary Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Wooden Board

Michael Graves Contemporary Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Wooden Board

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

This contemporary modern chess and checkers set, designed by Michael Graves, features a beautifully crafted wooden board that showcases the natural grain of the wood.

Category

20th Century Games

Materials

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

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. Meticulously crafted in Italy, this extraordinary ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Brass, Chrome

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The 'Matisse' Etagere
The 'Matisse' Etagere

The 'Matisse' Etagere

$2,526 / item

H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 16.54 in

The 'Matisse' Etagere

Located in London, GB

The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...

Category

2010s English Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

$1,250 / item

H 16 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Maurice Dufrêne for La Maitrise art deco tapestry 1922
Maurice Dufrêne for La Maitrise art deco tapestry 1922

Maurice Dufrêne for La Maitrise art deco tapestry 1922

$40,850

H 60.24 in W 90.95 in D 0.4 in

Maurice Dufrêne for La Maitrise art deco tapestry 1922

By Maurice Dufrêne, La Maitrise

Located in Paris, IDF

Maurice Dufrene designed this tapestry for the studio La Maitrise, Les Galeries Lafayette, in Paris in 1922, just as he became the director of the studio. Crafted from handspun wool,...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Ace Chair with Red Velvet Coronation Fabric
Ace Chair with Red Velvet Coronation Fabric

Ace Chair with Red Velvet Coronation Fabric

$5,900 / item

H 36 in W 18 in D 25 in

Ace Chair with Red Velvet Coronation Fabric

By Merve Kahraman

Located in Istanbul, TR

Drawing inspiration from the Queen of Spades, these chairs embody a spirited elegance, making them perfect as standout dining or accent pieces. Available with two distinct leg styles...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Cherry, Oak

Spirograph Centerpiece - Hand-carved & Hand-painted Glazed Porcelain Centerpiece
Spirograph Centerpiece - Hand-carved & Hand-painted Glazed Porcelain Centerpiece

Spirograph Centerpiece - Hand-carved & Hand-painted Glazed Porcelain Centerpiece

Located in Dallas, TX

An impressive object entirely shaped and finished by hand, it reveals very different glaze treatments inside and out. While expertly worked to achieve a scalloped edge and channeled ...

Category

2010s European Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Arts & Crafts Copper Fire Surround
Arts & Crafts Copper Fire Surround

Arts & Crafts Copper Fire Surround

$13,451 / item

H 38.19 in W 42.13 in D 1.97 in

Arts & Crafts Copper Fire Surround

Located in London, GB

A spectacular Arts & Crafts copper fire surround. Riveted and repoussé decorated with smoke and flames. Circa 1900, England. H 97 W 107 cm Opening H 72 W 40 cm

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Copper

Carl Aubock Round Leather Storage Box with Lid, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
Carl Aubock Round Leather Storage Box with Lid, Vienna, Austria, 1950s

Carl Aubock Round Leather Storage Box with Lid, Vienna, Austria, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful and elegant round lidded storage box, vintage from the 1950s, designed and handcrafted by Werkstätte Carl Auböck in Vienna/Austria. Originally intended as a cigarette dis...

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather

Daybed by Charlotte Perriand for Méribel Les Allues, France, 1960s
Daybed by Charlotte Perriand for Méribel Les Allues, France, 1960s

Daybed by Charlotte Perriand for Méribel Les Allues, France, 1960s

$30,300 / item

H 25.01 in W 77.56 in D 34.06 in

Daybed by Charlotte Perriand for Méribel Les Allues, France, 1960s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Antwerp, BE

Daybed designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1950s for the chalets of Méribel Les Allues, France. This piece of furniture is a testament to Perriand's timeless design ethos, combinin...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Pine

Gösta Westerbergs, Lounge Chair, Beech, Leather, Sweden, 1954
Gösta Westerbergs, Lounge Chair, Beech, Leather, Sweden, 1954

Gösta Westerbergs, Lounge Chair, Beech, Leather, Sweden, 1954

By Gösta Westerberg Möbel AB

Located in High Point, NC

A brown leather and beech lounge chair designed and produced by Gösta Westerbergs, Sweden, 1954. Dimensions: 39” H x 27.375” W x 37.25” D Seat height: 16.25”

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

VINTAGE 1940's STAUNTON METAL CHESS SET GEORGIAN CIRCA 1800 BOX & CHESSBOARD
VINTAGE 1940's STAUNTON METAL CHESS SET GEORGIAN CIRCA 1800 BOX & CHESSBOARD

VINTAGE 1940's STAUNTON METAL CHESS SET GEORGIAN CIRCA 1800 BOX & CHESSBOARD

By House of Staunton

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning circa 1940's English metal Staunton Chess set with Georgian circa 1840's Mahogany b...

Category

Antique 1840s English Georgian Games

Materials

Metal

19th C. Italian Grand Tour Intaglio Plaster Medallion & Gilt Marbled Leather Box
19th C. Italian Grand Tour Intaglio Plaster Medallion & Gilt Marbled Leather Box

19th C. Italian Grand Tour Intaglio Plaster Medallion & Gilt Marbled Leather Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Italian Grand Tour Intaglio Plaster Medallion Box with Silver Mounts and Gilt Marbled Leather, 19th Century A finely crafted 19th-century Italian Grand Tour table box, combining cla...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Ettore Sottsass for Design Centre/Poltronova ‘Bruco’ Wall Lights
Ettore Sottsass for Design Centre/Poltronova ‘Bruco’ Wall Lights

Ettore Sottsass for Design Centre/Poltronova ‘Bruco’ Wall Lights

By Ettore Sottsass, Poltronova, Design Centre

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ettore Sottsass for Design Centre/Poltronova, ‘Bruco’ wall light from the Mobili Grigi series, chrome-plated brass, methacrylate (translucent Perspex), enameled aluminum, Italy, 1970...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Chess Checker Board with Hand Crafted Ceramic Chess Pieces
Chess Checker Board with Hand Crafted Ceramic Chess Pieces

Chess Checker Board with Hand Crafted Ceramic Chess Pieces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Solid Wood Chess Checker Board with small raised feet and underside felt lined. Accompanied with hand made Ceramic Chess Pieces by Sally Anderson - in very good vintage condition. ...

Category

20th Century Modern Games

Materials

Ceramic, Felt, Wood

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Modern Chess Set For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the modern chess set you’re looking for. A modern chess set — often made from metal, wood and plastic — can elevate any home. There are 127 variations of the antique or vintage modern chess set you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer modern chess set, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern chess set is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made modern chess set has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Michael Graves (b.1934), Austin E. Cox and Austin Enterprises are consistently popular.

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