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Rare Chess Set Composed of 32 Solid Amber Glass Pieces, Barbini, Pauly & C
Rare Chess Set Composed of 32 Solid Amber Glass Pieces, Barbini, Pauly & C

Rare Chess Set Composed of 32 Solid Amber Glass Pieces, Barbini, Pauly & C

By Barbini

Located in Brussels, BE

Rare Chess Set Composed of 32 Solid Amber Glass Pieces, finished in white or black pâte de verre, with gold leaf decoration, Barbini,Pauly & C, Murano, 1930s Large piece dimensions ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Games

Materials

Murano Glass

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

By Cenedese, Gino Cenedese

Located in Meer, VAN

Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set, Venice, Italy, 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

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

Vintage 1970 Backgammon & Chess Rare Etienne Aigner Black Soft Leather Set
Vintage 1970 Backgammon & Chess Rare Etienne Aigner Black Soft Leather Set

Vintage 1970 Backgammon & Chess Rare Etienne Aigner Black Soft Leather Set

By Etienne Aigner

Located in Vis, NL

Vintage 1970 backgammon & chess rare Etienne Aigner black and burgundy handmade soft leather complete set a rare find since they were just a few made guaranteeing the maximum level o...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Arts and Crafts Games

Materials

Leather

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 Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

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

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Faux Fur, Plastic

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Alabaster

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 Christophe Gevers, De Coene Frères

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

The Figure Game "The Original Game of Chess" Set in Bronze by Gary Sahl Rare
The Figure Game "The Original Game of Chess" Set in Bronze by Gary Sahl Rare

The Figure Game "The Original Game of Chess" Set in Bronze by Gary Sahl Rare

Located in San Diego, CA

One of a kind! The Figure Game (Siang Ki in Chinese), "The Original Game of Chess as Played in Antiquity" set in bronze by Gary Sahl for the Riggs Gallery in La Jolla, California, ci...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Bronze

Fürstenberg Porcelain Chess Set on Marble Board, c.1947.
Fürstenberg Porcelain Chess Set on Marble Board, c.1947.

Fürstenberg Porcelain Chess Set on Marble Board, c.1947.

By Furstenberg Porcelain

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An exceptional and rare vintage Fürstenberg biscuit porcelain chess set, dating circa 1947 and presented on a polished marble chessboard.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Game Tables

Materials

Marble

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.

Category

1990s Spanish Post-Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Robj, Templars and Saracen Chess Set, French Art Deco 1920s
Robj, Templars and Saracen Chess Set, French Art Deco 1920s

Robj, Templars and Saracen Chess Set, French Art Deco 1920s

By ROBJ

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb and extremely rare ROBJ Templar and Saracen chess set from the French Art Deco Period circa 1930.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Antique Victorian Staunton Chess Pieces Set + Italian Marble Giltwood Chessboard
Antique Victorian Staunton Chess Pieces Set + Italian Marble Giltwood Chessboard

Antique Victorian Staunton Chess Pieces Set + Italian Marble Giltwood Chessboard

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare original Victorian Staunton chess set with fine Italian marble giltwood chessboard A truly stunning and highly collectable ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Games

Materials

Marble

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

Vintage Bisque Porcelain Chess Set with Etched Glass Board by Furstenberg
Vintage Bisque Porcelain Chess Set with Etched Glass Board by Furstenberg

Vintage Bisque Porcelain Chess Set with Etched Glass Board by Furstenberg

By Furstenberg Porcelain

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare bisque porcelain chess set “Made in Germany” by Fürstenberg Porcelain, circa 1947.

Category

Early 20th Century German Games

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

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

Velour insert shows some light wear. All chess pieces present; checkers included. Dimensions: Board: 18" W × 18" D King: just over 4" H Pawns: approx. 2.75" H Materials: Cast metal a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Leather

Games Chess Set of Handcrafted and Painted Wood Pieces with Table and Board
Games Chess Set of Handcrafted and Painted Wood Pieces with Table and Board

Games Chess Set of Handcrafted and Painted Wood Pieces with Table and Board

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare Italian chess table set from early 20th century in carved, lacquered, gilded and hand painted wood with very pleasant floral decorations.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Game Tables

Materials

Wood

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

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

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Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck
Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck

Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck

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H 3.15 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in

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

1930s Figural Bakelite RARE Heraldic Chess Set Series BISHOP Clip Pin Brooch
1930s Figural Bakelite RARE Heraldic Chess Set Series BISHOP Clip Pin Brooch

1930s Figural Bakelite RARE Heraldic Chess Set Series BISHOP Clip Pin Brooch

Located in Palm Springs, CA

From the rare and collectible heraldic chess set series of clips , pins, brooches and necklaces, this BISHOP dress clip is of 1930s date, and crosses the boundary between bakelite an...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Brooches

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Metal

Chess set, onyx and pewter, French 1970s
Chess set, onyx and pewter, French 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Games

Materials

Onyx

Rare Pierre Cardin Chess Set
Rare Pierre Cardin Chess Set

Rare Pierre Cardin Chess Set

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W 15 in D 15 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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Games

Rare Artisan Christoforus Sklavenitis "Minoan" Ancient Greek Bronze Chess Set
Rare Artisan Christoforus Sklavenitis "Minoan" Ancient Greek Bronze Chess Set

Rare Artisan Christoforus Sklavenitis "Minoan" Ancient Greek Bronze Chess Set

By Christoforus Sklavenitis

Located in St. Louis, MO

Rare handmade bronze complete chess set by Christoforus Sklavenitis, a famous Greek-Crete artist who was a student of Modigliani.

Category

Vintage 1960s Greek Archaistic Games

Materials

Bronze

Rare Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises for Alcoa 1962
Rare Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises for Alcoa 1962

Rare Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises for Alcoa 1962

Located in New York, NY

A sophisticated chess set designed by Austin Cox for the Alcoa aluminum co. in 1962. The individual pieces have been reduced to simplified forms in extruded aluminum, with the dark p...

Category

20th Century American Games

Materials

Aluminum

Austin Cox Chess Set
Austin Cox Chess Set

Austin Cox Chess Set

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H 23.5 in W 21 in D 21 in

Austin Cox Chess Set

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A rare Austin Cox chess set on chrome base with walnut trim and printed green velvet board - by Austin Cox.

Category

Vintage 1950s Games

Materials

Aluminum

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Boards

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Rare Vintage Malachite Pedestal Chess Set After Alfredo Ravasco Storage Inside
Rare Vintage Malachite Pedestal Chess Set After Alfredo Ravasco Storage Inside

Rare Vintage Malachite Pedestal Chess Set After Alfredo Ravasco Storage Inside

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this stunning and very rare Malachite Pedestal Chess Games table with removeable board and internal storage after Alfredo Ravasco A very and beautiful piece of...

Category

20th Century English Modern End Tables

Materials

Malachite

Very Rare Collectors American Civil War of Independence Hand Painted Chess Set
Very Rare Collectors American Civil War of Independence Hand Painted Chess Set

Very Rare Collectors American Civil War of Independence Hand Painted Chess Set

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning new hand painted American War of Independence hand painted theme chess set The board is Walnut and Maple veneer, its being include...

Category

20th Century English American Colonial Games

Materials

Resin, Maple, Walnut

Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises with Green Felt Board
Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises with Green Felt Board

Aluminum Chess Set by Austin Enterprises with Green Felt Board

By Austin Enterprises

Located in Hanover, MA

Rare and collectible chess set designed by Austin Cox of Austin Enterprises commissioned by the Alcoa Aluminum Company in 1962.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Games

Sculptural Chess and Casket by Gianfranco Frattini in Silver 925
Sculptural Chess and Casket by Gianfranco Frattini in Silver 925

Sculptural Chess and Casket by Gianfranco Frattini in Silver 925

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Exclusive and rare set of silver chess in a wooden casket designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Asprey White and Yellow Gold Marble Chess Set
Asprey White and Yellow Gold Marble Chess Set

Asprey White and Yellow Gold Marble Chess Set

By Asprey International Limited

Located in New York City, NY

Very fine and rare chess set by Asprey, circa 1960s. The set features 32 9k yellow and white gold pieces with a marble board.

Category

Mid-20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold

Midcentury Danish Chess Set in Ceramics and Wengé, 1960s Denmark
Midcentury Danish Chess Set in Ceramics and Wengé, 1960s Denmark

Midcentury Danish Chess Set in Ceramics and Wengé, 1960s Denmark

Located in Balen, BE

Rare chess set made in ceramics and wengé in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Games

Materials

Ceramic, Wenge

Hermes Leather and Wood Chess Set
Hermes Leather and Wood Chess Set

Hermes Leather and Wood Chess Set

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H 9.25 in W 36 in D 36 in

Hermes Leather and Wood Chess Set

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Absolutely amazing and rare Hermes chess set. No longer in production.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Pair of Carved Wood Display Cabinet Case Coffee Table & Matching Side Table
Rare Pair of Carved Wood Display Cabinet Case Coffee Table & Matching Side Table

Rare Pair of Carved Wood Display Cabinet Case Coffee Table & Matching Side Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage solid carved wood display case coffee table and matching side table with red velvet interior Great functional pieces that of...

Category

20th Century French Rococo Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

French Mid-Century Modern Rare Ceramic Chess Set
French Mid-Century Modern Rare Ceramic Chess Set

French Mid-Century Modern Rare Ceramic Chess Set

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H 3.15 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

French Mid-Century Modern Rare Ceramic Chess Set

Located in Weesp, NL

Rare ceramic Mid-Century Modern French chess set Beautiful celeste and sand colored ceramic set from l'Argille, known for it's ceramic culture.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Ceramic

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

Rare Chrome and Brass Italian Chess Set by Romeo Rega

By Romeo Rega

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A spectacular 1970s Italian chess set by Romeo Rega. Constructed of polish chrome, brass and clear acrylic. The board is signed Romeo Rega made in Italy on the side (see detail photo...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Games

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage 1970 Backgammon & Chess Rare Etienne Aigner Handmade Soft Leather Set
Vintage 1970 Backgammon & Chess Rare Etienne Aigner Handmade Soft Leather Set

Vintage 1970 Backgammon & Chess Rare Etienne Aigner Handmade Soft Leather Set

By Etienne Aigner

Located in Vis, NL

Vintage 1970 backgammon & chess rare Etienne Aigner handmade soft leather complete set a rare find since they were just a few made guaranteeing the maximum level of craftsmanship and...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Arts and Crafts Games

Materials

Leather

Rare 19th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Puzzle Ball Chess Set Exquisite Craft Work
Rare 19th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Puzzle Ball Chess Set Exquisite Craft Work

Rare 19th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Puzzle Ball Chess Set Exquisite Craft Work

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely very rare 19th-century hand-carved Chinese puzzle ball chess set The chess pieces are totally original and very rare finds, this set...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Arthur Elliot "Universum" Chess Set for Anri
Arthur Elliot "Universum" Chess Set for Anri

Arthur Elliot "Universum" Chess Set for Anri

By Arthur Elliot, ANRI

Located in Milan, IT

A rare and a collector's item chess set. Hand crafted pieces including original box and chess board

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Games

Materials

Wood

Paul Evans Modern Chess Set Game Table
Paul Evans Modern Chess Set Game Table

Paul Evans Modern Chess Set Game Table

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H 29 in W 32.13 in D 32.13 in

Paul Evans Modern Chess Set Game Table

By Paul Evans

Located in Wayne, NJ

This is a rare Paul Evans chess gaming set. It includes the table and playing pieces.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Brass

Acrylic & Rubber Modern Chess Set by Karim Rashid
Acrylic & Rubber Modern Chess Set by Karim Rashid

Acrylic & Rubber Modern Chess Set by Karim Rashid

By Karim Rashid

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare acrylic and rubber modern chess set by Karim Rashid, circa 2002.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Games

Materials

Plastic, Rubber, Acrylic

Chinese Chess Set with Immortals & Hardwood Campaign Lacquered Board
Chinese Chess Set with Immortals & Hardwood Campaign Lacquered Board

Chinese Chess Set with Immortals & Hardwood Campaign Lacquered Board

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

With its superb craftsmanship, historical significance, and rare design, this Chinese-themed chess set with immortals is a must-have for enthusiasts of Asian culture, fine chess sets...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Games

Materials

Composition, Brass

Vintage Chess Set Terracota Aztec Figurines and Board, 20th Century, Mexico
Vintage Chess Set Terracota Aztec Figurines and Board, 20th Century, Mexico

Vintage Chess Set Terracota Aztec Figurines and Board, 20th Century, Mexico

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

This is a rare 20th-century chess set made with terracotta and wood in Mexico.

Category

20th Century Mexican Pre-Columbian Game Boards

Materials

Terracotta, Wood

Mid-Century Modern South African Hand Made Brass and Leather Chess Set
Mid-Century Modern South African Hand Made Brass and Leather Chess Set

Mid-Century Modern South African Hand Made Brass and Leather Chess Set

Located in Weesp, NL

South African 1970's rare hand made brass chess set in perfect condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s South African Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Brass

Chess Set by Hector Aguilar
Chess Set by Hector Aguilar

Chess Set by Hector Aguilar

Located in New York, NY

A rare chess set by Hector Aguilar. Made of sterling silver and vermeil silver, the Panzon design contains 32 pieces including a king, queen, bishop, knight, rook and pawns.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Games

Materials

Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Rare & Exceptional Chess Set
Rare & Exceptional Chess Set

Rare & Exceptional Chess Set

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H 16.5 in W 16.5 in D 1.5 in

Rare & Exceptional Chess Set

Located in SouthPort, CT

Exceptional chess set by Alcoa. Thick lucite board with aluminum veneer; Joseph Hartwig designed cast aluminum chess pieces. In original lacquered wood case.

Category

Late 20th Century American Game Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Rare 1930s Karl Hagenauer Chess Set
Rare 1930s Karl Hagenauer Chess Set

Rare 1930s Karl Hagenauer Chess Set

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H 2.37 in Dm 1.19 in

Rare 1930s Karl Hagenauer Chess Set

By Karl Hagenauer

Located in Vienna, AT

A complete Hagenauer chess set (32 pieces ) there is also an fotograph of the chess game which was made in the 30ies/40ies.

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Games

Materials

Brass

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

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 Pierre Cardin and features the four knight pieces formed in the shape of the PC logo ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Sigi Pineda Sterling Chess Set W/travel Case
Sigi Pineda Sterling Chess Set W/travel Case

Sigi Pineda Sterling Chess Set W/travel Case

By Sigfrido Pineda

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional and rare. This Sigi Pineda travel chess set is a unique find.

Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Sterling Silver

A  1962 Aluminum Chess Set and Table by Austin Cox
A  1962 Aluminum Chess Set and Table by Austin Cox

A 1962 Aluminum Chess Set and Table by Austin Cox

By Austin Enterprises

Located in New York, NY

A 1962 Aluminum Chess Set and rare matching Table by Austin Cox

Category

Vintage 1960s American Game Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Nickel

Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck
Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck

Rare Chess Set by Carl Auböck

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H 2.92 in Dm 0.79 in

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

Rare Plexiglass Chess Set on Table, Italy, 1970s
Rare Plexiglass Chess Set on Table, Italy, 1970s

Rare Plexiglass Chess Set on Table, Italy, 1970s

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H 11.82 in W 17.33 in D 14.18 in

Rare Plexiglass Chess Set on Table, Italy, 1970s

Located in L'Escala, ES

Rare and beautiful plexiglas chess set on table manufactured in Italy in 1970s.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Game Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Oak Parquet Side Table (Chess Table)- Set of 2
Rare Oak Parquet Side Table (Chess Table)- Set of 2

Rare Oak Parquet Side Table (Chess Table)- Set of 2

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H 15.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Rare Oak Parquet Side Table (Chess Table)- Set of 2

By France & Søn, Poul Cadovius

Located in Mississauga, CA

From the period of Scandinavian Modern Design, this table designed by Poul Cadovius is an eye-catching piece with clean lines and intricate attention to detail. This set will fit man...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Rare Vintage 1930’s Trifari Chess Set Fur-Clip Pins & Earrings
Rare Vintage 1930’s Trifari Chess Set Fur-Clip Pins & Earrings

Rare Vintage 1930’s Trifari Chess Set Fur-Clip Pins & Earrings

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

All in excellent condition, this set is signed with the Crown “Trifari” hallmark.

Category

Vintage 1930s Brooches

Brutalist Bronze Chess Set, Italy, 1960s
Brutalist Bronze Chess Set, Italy, 1960s

Brutalist Bronze Chess Set, Italy, 1960s

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H 0.79 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Brutalist Bronze Chess Set, Italy, 1960s

By Alberto Giacometti

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Rare modernist handcrafted bronze chess set with a Giacometti feel. 32 pieces of art, each individually casted. bronze and green patina bronze.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Games

Materials

Brass

Unique Chess Set Handmade and Painted, Japan, 1970s
Unique Chess Set Handmade and Painted, Japan, 1970s

Unique Chess Set Handmade and Painted, Japan, 1970s

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Rare and unique chess set handmade and painted, Japan, 1970s Fabulous chess set lampooning the catholic hierarchy.

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Games

Materials

Wood

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"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"

"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"

Located in New York, NY

Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...

Category

2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Located in London, GB

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Nelson Chess Set in Corno Italiano and Palladium-Plated Brass, Mod. 3010
Nelson Chess Set in Corno Italiano and Palladium-Plated Brass, Mod. 3010

Nelson Chess Set in Corno Italiano and Palladium-Plated Brass, Mod. 3010

By Arcahorn Srl., A. Andreucci

Located in Recanati, Macerata

A modern interpretation of the iconic game of chess, our Nelson chess set will delight generations of players or collectors. Artisan crafted from Corno Italiano and crowned with pall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Game Boards

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Russian Gardner Porcelain Chess Set
Russian Gardner Porcelain Chess Set

Russian Gardner Porcelain Chess Set

$1,039 / set

H 3.35 in W 19.89 in D 19.89 in

Russian Gardner Porcelain Chess Set

By Francis Gardner

Located in Delft, NL

Francis Gardner porcelain chess set A Russian chess set in Caricature, representing the Czarist Army, 1970s. Made by the Porcelain factory "Gardner", founded by the Englishman in 1...

Category

20th Century Russian Games

Materials

Wood, Porcelain

Daum Pate de Verre Amaryllis Vase, Signed Daum, France Number 94
Daum Pate de Verre Amaryllis Vase, Signed Daum, France Number 94

Daum Pate de Verre Amaryllis Vase, Signed Daum, France Number 94

By Daum

Located in Lexington, KY

Daum Pate de Verre Amaryllis Vase in pinks and greens. This piece is signed Daum, France and numbered 94. This piece has been retired and is no longer in production. Since 1878,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom

Located in Warrenton, OR

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish at Bottom. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is an ab...

Category

20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Antique 19th Century French Set of Four Copper Pans
Antique 19th Century French Set of Four Copper Pans

Antique 19th Century French Set of Four Copper Pans

$1,878 / set

H 4.34 in W 8 in D 8 in

Antique 19th Century French Set of Four Copper Pans

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian French set of four copper pans of circular form having a tempered copper base, iron handles with copper rivets and hanging holes. They are heavier than the average...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

Leather Backgammon Set
Leather Backgammon Set

Leather Backgammon Set

$2,815

H 3.15 in W 16.93 in D 11.82 in

Leather Backgammon Set

By Pinetti

Located in Milan, IT

Dynamic and unpredictable, this backgammon boardgame set is a lavish accent piece for both modern and traditional interiors. The set box is crafted exclusively of Canaletto walnut, w...

Category

2010s Italian Games

Materials

Brass

1960s Giacometti Inspired Brutalist Artisan Bronze Etruscan Sculptures Chess Set
1960s Giacometti Inspired Brutalist Artisan Bronze Etruscan Sculptures Chess Set

1960s Giacometti Inspired Brutalist Artisan Bronze Etruscan Sculptures Chess Set

By Alberto Giacometti, Christoforus Sklavenitis

Located in St. Louis, MO

Rare 1960s Mid-Century Italian / Greek artisan Brutalist style or Classical period chess set. In the style of the Etruscan period, each piece is cast in bronze, one set patinated gre...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Greco Roman Games

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns

Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone, Copper

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage
Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

$425,000

H 168 in Dm 104 in

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cages

Materials

Metal

The Raj Hand Painted India-British War 1857 Game Chess with Table
The Raj Hand Painted India-British War 1857 Game Chess with Table

The Raj Hand Painted India-British War 1857 Game Chess with Table

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Rare – 1987 Franklin Mint ‘The Raj’ Chess Set "The RAJ" hand painted India-British War 1857, Franklin Mint highest quality metal chess set game year 1986 Rare, Chess pieces; the For...

Category

20th Century Malaysian Anglo Raj Games

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Italian Chess board - reversable tray with bronze chess pieces, Sorrento Ware
Italian Chess board - reversable tray with bronze chess pieces, Sorrento Ware

Italian Chess board - reversable tray with bronze chess pieces, Sorrento Ware

Located in Central England, GB

This exceptional and very rare Italian late 19th-century Sorrento ware olive wood reversible chessboard tray is truly unusual. The large tray has hinged, reversible wooden handles ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Games

Materials

Bronze

Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey
Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey

Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey

By Garrard & Co. Ltd., Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

This exceptional, 18 carat gold Easter egg was crafted by the famous London-based royal jewellers, Asprey & Co. The piece was then retailed by Garrard & Co, who once worked i...

Category

1990s English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

21th Century Italian Table, Chess Board, Chess Game Gold /Silver plated brass
21th Century Italian Table, Chess Board, Chess Game Gold /Silver plated brass

21th Century Italian Table, Chess Board, Chess Game Gold /Silver plated brass

By Arval Argenti Valenza

Located in VALENZA, IT

Chess table and chess game in bronze and brass made with the ancient casting technique. After the casting, the finishing was chiseled and subsequently silvered and finished with 24-k...

Category

2010s Italian Medieval Game Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

90° Minuto Foosball Table by Teckell in Walnut
90° Minuto Foosball Table by Teckell in Walnut

90° Minuto Foosball Table by Teckell in Walnut

$22,330 / item

H 36.22 in W 35.43 in D 55.12 in

90° Minuto Foosball Table by Teckell in Walnut

By Teckell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A subtle and elegant walnut structure highlights and supports this modern and essential foosball table, inviting the challenge of enjoying the game until its very last minute (90° Mi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Games

Materials

Crystal

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Rare Chess Set For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal rare chess set for your home. Each rare chess set for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, plastic and wood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect rare chess set — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each rare chess set bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made rare chess set over the years, but those crafted by Paul Evans, Pierre Cardin and Romeo Rega are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Rare Chess Set?

A rare chess set can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $785 and the highest can go for as much as $10,000.