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French brutalist wooden chessboard in the style of Jean Touret, Atelier Marolles

$1,437.77
£1,070.13
€1,200
CA$1,969.39
A$2,190.39
CHF 1,143.75
MX$26,654.72
NOK 14,607.48
SEK 13,699.24
DKK 9,135.18
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About the Item

Rare one of a kind chessboard game, entirely made of handcarved wood, circa 1950. The singular brutalist design of this piece reminds us of the work of Jean Touret for Atelier Marolles.
  • Similar to:
    Jean Touret (Designer)Atelier Marolles (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.71 in (14.5 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 14.97 in (38 cm)
  • Style:
    Brutalist (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: A piece was missing and has been sculpted and carved in a similar wood (it is one of the light colored bishop, the one on the left). Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    BELFORT, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7372241330752

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