Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

Creator: Michael Graves (b.1934)

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Game

$5,200

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set Game

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 the bottom. The resin players are a composition. It has velvet storage compartments inside for the players when you wish to use the checkers game part. Michael Graves was a Memphis Group designer and a member of the New York Five...

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1990s American Post-Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Velvet, Wood

French Chess Theme of Ancient Egypt Plaster & Wood Restored, circa 1920

$4,194Sale Price|26% Off

H 3.15 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

French Chess Theme of Ancient Egypt Plaster & Wood Restored, circa 1920

Located in Labrit, Landes

French chess game in the thematic of Ancient Egypt. The chess pieces are in painted and waxed plaster, the board is in wood and the is also a display shel...

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1920s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Plaster, Wood

Antique Victorian Staunton Chess Pieces Set + Italian Marble Giltwood Chessboard

$3,890

H 3.55 in W 20.67 in D 20.67 in

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 trul...

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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Marble

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.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Birdseye Maple

Mahjong Game Board in Black Polished Ebony Passione Di Gioco

$2,100 / item

H 3.86 in W 12.45 in D 14.26 in

Mahjong Game Board in Black Polished Ebony Passione Di Gioco

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Ebony polished mahjong with ruthenium brass parts.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Ebony

Post-Modern Desk Clock by Michael Graves

$250

H 5.25 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Post-Modern Desk Clock by Michael Graves

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice post-modern desk clock by Michael Graves, circa the 1980s. The clock is in good vintage condition and measures 4"W x 2.5"D x 5.25"H. It is Quartz alarm clock made in Taiwan t...

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Late 20th Century Taiwanese Post-Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Metal

Vintage Art Deco Vanity Set, circa 1930s

$580 / set

H 2.5 in W 8.5 in D 3.5 in

Vintage Art Deco Vanity Set, circa 1930s

Located in Chicago, IL

This charming set of brushes and jars was once used by a well-to-do lady to store her cosmetics and maintain an elegant updo hairstyle. Also known as a toilet service...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Silver, Enamel

Postmodern Italian Mantel Clock by Michael Graves for Alessi, 1980s

$5,957

H 9.85 in W 6.38 in D 3.67 in

Postmodern Italian Mantel Clock by Michael Graves for Alessi, 1980s

By Michael Graves (b.1934), Alessi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Rare table clock of the Italian manufacturer Alessi after a design by Michael Graves from 1986. A special and rare collector's object of Postmoderne. The coat Clock is a miniature a...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Metal

Angelo Mangiarotti Travertine Chess Set

$2,500

H 1.97 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Angelo Mangiarotti Travertine Chess Set

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. Each piece is meticulous...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Travertine

Complete Collection Gilt Leather Bound Book Set

$2,745 / set

H 9.3 in W 6.5 in D 1.6 in

Complete Collection Gilt Leather Bound Book Set

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Gilt leather bound sturdy / library room complete collection set. The set include twenty 28 volumes. Funk & Wagnalls, New Encyclopedia. Each book is in gr...

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Mid-20th Century Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Leather, Paper

Postmodern Chrome Table Lighter by Sarome, Hand-Crafted, Japan, 1970

$250

H 5.75 in Dm 2.5 in

Postmodern Chrome Table Lighter by Sarome, Hand-Crafted, Japan, 1970

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Postmodern chrome table lighter. Excellent vintage condition, works great. Great decorative collectible rare vintage table lighter. Lighter made by Sarome, Asia Japan. Measure: 5.75 in H, 2.5 in D. About Sarome: SAROME Japanese cigarette lighter manufacturer founded in 1940. The brand is named after SAROME, god of flames, object of fascination for humans. SAROME artisans craft delicate, glossy lighters in Tokyo to fascinate and enchant. Though known early on in Europe mainly for our superb crafting of cigarette lighters the luxury brand spread Worldwide. Sarome lighters...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Chrome

Vintage Postmodern Chrome Table Lighter Kogen Japan, 1970s

$150

H 4.5 in Dm 2 in

Vintage Postmodern Chrome Table Lighter Kogen Japan, 1970s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Postmodern chrome table lighter Kogen Japan Piezo, 1970s Postmodern vintage chrome table lighter. Removable lighter portion is marked Piezo on top and Kogen on bottom Vintage mid century modern 70s table lighter. Does not work. Great decorative collectible rare vintage table lighter...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Chrome

Multigame Set in Red Briar and Mahogany Casinò Passion

$15,000 / item

H 17.13 in W 17.01 in D 17.52 in

Multigame Set in Red Briar and Mahogany Casinò Passion

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Red briar and mahogany multigame, polished finish, leather handles. Contents: 36 cms mahogany roulette, rake, 365 poker chips, bosso chessmen, backgammon, poker dice...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Leather, Mahogany

Previously Available Items

Vintage Michael Graves Bent Plywood Desk Organizer

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H 5.63 in W 14.63 in D 9.13 in

Vintage Michael Graves Bent Plywood Desk Organizer

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Michael Graves Bent Plywood Organizer missing a pull-out drawer. Stamped on the back. Preowned vintage condition. Vintage wear present. Refer to images 14.63 x9.13 x 5.63

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Late 20th Century Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Plywood

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set

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H 5.75 in W 18 in D 18 in

Michael Graves Postmodern Chess and Checkers Set

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Original postmodern Michael Graves chess and checkers set. Maple wood chess and checkers set with board and box by famed architect Michael Graves. Mich...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

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Maple

Michael Graves (b.1934) desk accessories for sale on 1stDibs.

Michael Graves (b.1934) desk accessories are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Michael Graves (b.1934) desk accessories, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider desk accessories by and Maitland Smith. Prices for Michael Graves (b.1934) desk accessories can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,200 and can go as high as $5,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,200.

Questions About Michael Graves (b.1934) Desk Accessories

What happened to Michael Graves?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
What happened to Michael Graves is that the architecture and design firm came under new leadership following the death of founder Michael Graves in 2015. Over the course of his long career, Graves and his firm designed more than 350 buildings and 2,000 products. The firm continues to operate out of offices located in New York, Washington, D.C., and other cities. Shop a range of Michael Graves furniture on 1stDibs.

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