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Brutalist Bronze Chess Set African Animals Theme

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Brutalist Bronze Chess Set African Animals Theme

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Brutalist Bronze Chess Set African Animals Theme
Wonderful mid-century bronze African tribal Chess set. Brutalist style, Chess figures housed in a
wooden presentation box with top bovine-leather board squared for playing area.
Each piece is individually cast and is a work of art. Finish patina for one side is reddish the other
silverish tint. Fantastic semi-abstract yet true and recognizable chess pieces. African characters for
Kings and Queens, Antelopes for Bishops, Wilder Beasts for Knights, Rhinos for Rooks and tribal
shields for Pawns. Likely from Kenya. Total box size ~23" x 20" x 2.5". Heavy, total ~15LB. Excellent Condition. Origin Africa 1950s.
King Height 7.00 in

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Brutalist Bronze Chess Set African Animals Theme

Name: Brutalist Bronze Chess Set African Animals Theme
SKU: 155092206
Price: 400 USD
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