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Ceramic Set of 32 Chess Pieces, Design Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s

$1,693.05
£1,254.29
€1,420
CA$2,319.39
A$2,573.56
CHF 1,348.08
MX$31,558.70
NOK 17,147.16
SEK 16,186.19
DKK 10,801.63
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Very rare set of 32 pieces in ceramic art, production "il picchio" from the 1970s based on a design by enzo bioli King, regina , knight and bishop have human (... and animal) faces, while pawns are represented by shot glasses The figures are about 11 centimeters high with a diameter of 5 cm, while the pedestrians have a height just over 5 centimeters, the same diameter black and white colors Very good condition, as shown in the photos, a couple of pieces have small chips, while a pawn has been restored on the inside, invisible on the outside all the white pieces have the "il picchio italy" mark on the underside very rare specimen, unique in the world for sale, probable prototype proven and certified authenticity.
  • Creator:
    Enzo Bioli (Designer),Il Picchio (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Diameter: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition, as shown in the photos, a couple of pieces have small chips, while a pawn has been restored on the inside, invisible on the outside PLEASE, BEFORE BUYING, ASK US FOR EXACT MEASURES AND SHIPPING COSTS. THANKS.
  • Seller Location:
    taranto, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5829225482682

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