Modernist Chess Set

Modernist chess set, originally designed by Josef Hartwig at the Bauhaus, circa 1920s.

Modernist Chess Set, originally designed by Josef Hartwig for the Bauhaus in 1923, this example is from a limited edition made for the Museum of Modern Art in 1974.

Extraordinary mid century chess set by Austin Enterprises. Original board. The case has walnut exterior. Interior black with blue mirror. Clear blue lucite cover.

Vintage chess board in painted and gilded wood. The chessboard is very original, the chess is round and not square, painted in black and gold on a red background. The game pieces are...

This gorgeous set is made of black and white and clear thick lucite chess pieces with a board as well. This set is signed by Rona Cutler as well. It would be great with the lucite an...

This great set is made of black, white and clear Lucite. Great stylized modernist detailing on the pieces. It is signed Rona Cutler as well.

This is an opportunity to own a unique chess set made by a respected modernist silversmith.  

Alfred Van Loen signed 32 piece chess set. In heavy solid bronze. Rare Chess Game: Liberty versus Slavery Dimensions: a) Joy-Tenderness H. 6 3/16 in. a...

Mid-Century modernist hand-turned carved and painted chess set, with hand-painted chess board, circa 1950s.

Vintage 1972 MCM Modernist Columbia Aluminum Chess Set by Scott Wolfe Boxed Vintage Set 15.63 x 15.63 x 5.5 tall Box 17.25 x 16.38 x 1.88 Preowned original vintage condition Review a...

A striking and beautiful modernist chess set in polished aluminum and produced as gifts for ALCOA's ( (Aluminum Company of America) ) top clients.

Modernist Chess Set, designed by Arthur Elliot for ANRI of Italy.

Aluminum chess set designed in 1962 by Austin Cox. With matching board and display case. Board: 19" sq. X 1" h. Box: 30.75" w x 6" h x 2.25" d. Pieces: 3.75" - 4.875" h. Plea...

Carved green and black marble complete chess set. Absolutely beautiful tone and quality for each carved piece. Larger and of materials and colors typically found on chess sets, we l...

An innovative and attractive chess set by Austin Coxfor Alcoa. Each piece is comprised of nicely weighted aluminum and are distinguished by a black coating on the sides. The set is s...

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

This amazing and dual Italian vintage travertine and brass vintage chess set is now so modern. The players are all travertine and have polished brass modernist tips.

Danish teak coffee table designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado Collections features checker board inlay, paired with a vintage modernist American folk art chess set. Table measure...

Wonderful vintage 1960s era artisan handcrafted bronze Brutalist / Modernist chess set in the style of Italian Alberto Giacometti.

Modernist Chess Set, originally designed by Josef Hartwig for the Bauhaus in 1923, this example is from a limited edition made for the Museum of Modern Art in 1974.

Wonderful vintage 1960s era artisan handcrafted bronze Brutalist modernist chess set in the style of Giacometti. Each piece is an individually cast and is a work of art.

Modernist chess set, designed by Arthur Elliot for ANRI of Italy.

A nice modernist design. They are little pieces of sculpture, and can even look great in the box atop a dresser as a piece of art. Made of cast aluminum with handmade walnut box. ...

This exquisite set has all been hand blown by one of the masters of murano glass . Each piece is unique and features flecks of 24k yellow gold . The detailing on this set is incred...

Stylized modernist Aztec hardwood carved chess set. South America, Teki Modern.

Modernist design Skagen of Denmark mini chess game travel set Stainless Brushed silver and black pearl Measures: 6.75 x 6.75 Board, box 7.38 x 7.38 x 1.5 tall Unrestored vintage c...

Midcentury chess set by Austin Cox and manufactured by ALCOA. The chess pieces fit into walnut box with a blue plexiglass front which can be mounted on a wall. Each piece is stamped...

1960s Modern chess game set in aluminum and walnut wood Unmarked Preowned vintage condition. Some pieces have been restored. Refer to all images please. Measures: 3 tall x 12 x...

MCM Modernism Extraordinary Chess Set designed by Scott Wolfe in 1972 Maker Columbia Aluminum Aluminum chess pieces and box. 18.13 x 18.25 x 2.25 box Unrestored original conditio...

Modernist chess set with lathe-turned metal pieces and a board of translucent plastic adhered to wood, trimmed in brass.

Modernist chess set of milled and anodized aluminum designed by Austin Cox in 1962 and produced by Austin Enterprises.

French, circa 1960. A modernist chess set with polished aluminium, and black painted, pieces.

A fantastic chess set of jewler made quality. The pieces are brass and chrome plated brass. The board is stainless steel and brass. The measurement of 7" is the height of the king.

Stylistically descended from the Bauhaus set, this is a Disco Era relic which I've never encountered before. Striking handsome.

Highly collectable chess set designed by Austin Cox and produced by his firm, Austin Enterprises (AE) in 1966.

Set housed in original display case which can be wall mo...

Highly collectable. Chess set designed by Austin Cox and produced by his firm, Austin Enterprises in 1966. Housed in its original display case which can be wall mounted if desired....

Modernist Brass and Chrome Chess Pieces on Lucite Base. 20x20x2cm Some wear to silver foil on base underside shown last image.

Smoke glass base with square chrome plates, enameled metal chess pieces.

A beautiful modernist chess set and undulating gameboard. Hand carved pieces from solid mahogany.

Its got to be one of the nicest modernist chess sets in existence and this particular one is in very good condition.

1970's modernist lucite chess set with game board and cover.

Chess set comprised of ceramic chess pieces from Belgium and the board in marble from Italy.

French 1970's on original lucite stand. The scale is great. Tallest pieces are 4". The board is 12.5" square.

Modernist Lucite Chess Set. Overall very nice condition with minor wear to chess board.

Fine quality, highly stylized chess set designed by Austin Cox and manufactured by Alcoa Aluminum--a perfect marriage of forward-thinking design and American Industrial innovation. I...

1970s chess set designed and manufactured in Italy. Solid polished gold and nickel-plated steel pieces with an Onyx board. This is a substantial set that weighs 10 kilos.

1970s chess set designed and manufactured in France. Walnut and sycamore wooden chessboard. Cast aluminum chess pieces. Measure: H 6.5cm x L 26cm x W 26cm.

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

Offered is an iconic 1990s Michael Graves chess set featuring a maplewood storage board and abstract, minimalist pieces. Created by the renowned American architect and designer Mic...

1970s handmade chess set crafted from genuine Volterra alabaster, originating from the historic artisanal hub of Tuscany, Italy. This particular set stands out as a magnificent colle...

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. Created circa 19...

A chessboard made from black and natural leather with 32 nickel pieces. Designed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck. Made in Vienna.

Sophisticated Italian chess set from the 1970s, crafted in rich tortoiseshell-pattern Lucite with polished brass accents. The board lifts to reveal a fitted interior tray that neatly...

Handmade cubist wood chess set.

Cartier Paris Card and Envelope Set of 9 with the Iconic Panther Jewelry Design. Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery Card Letter and Envelope Black Panther, limited edition Desk Acce...

BELLISSIMI N.5 APPENDIABITI AZUCENA di Luigi Caccia Dominioni del 1950 in ottimo stato di conservazione. Provenienti da una casa Milanese

Exciting Gino Hollander style abstract oil painting. This painting is not signed but we believe it to be by the artist.

Weave 196 Oak natural oil Weave credenza, made of solid oak wood and laminated oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the credenza serves as a great example of Scandinavian...

Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...

Exquisite murano glass vase documented to designer Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte circa 1950. Made using Flavio Poli's signature sommerso technique that employs layer of glass s...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Important, Museum quality, Solid Silver Paris made Wine or Champagne cistern by Emile Hugo after a desi...

Superb articulated fish designed and produced in Mexico during the 1980's. This artisanal bottle opener, crafted with abalone mother-of-pearl, is a true work of art. A beautiful item...

Monumental country English farmhouse Welsh dresser crafted from pine. The large cabinet is surmounted by an oversized plate rack having three shelves and topped with cornice molding....

Designed in 1955 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, this rare pair of large wall sconces exemplifies the poetic elegance and technical mastery that defined postwar Italian lighting. Ea...

Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass L'elegance perfume bottle. This pattern features two dancing female figures amongst flowers. Sepia stained relief details. Moulded, 'R. LALIQUE' ...