Anframa Damascene Gold Plated Greek Chess Set

Farrar and Tanner £420.00 Go to Farrar and Tanner First seen in Nov 2024
Description
Delight in the magic of chess with this damascene chess set from Anframa. The jewellery box design turns this chess set into a beautiful decorative display piece. Open the hinged lid to reveal a set of solid metal chess pieces inspired by Greek Roman history. The board itself consists of intricate black and gold squares that contrast elegantly against the classic wooden exterior. The polished golden lock will keep your chess pieces safe while the regal feet add character and prevent scratches to surfaces. The intricate pattern on the board showcases the ancient craft of damascene, a century old technique that consists of decorating steel objects with gold and silver through delicate workmanship. A wonderful little gift for chess fans and art lovers. Product Details: Chess box: Wood damascened with 18 and 14 carat gold foil  Size: (H) 5.6 (L) 23.5 x (W) 21.3 cm  Square size: 15mm  Chess pieces: Solid metal  King height: 43mm  King base: 14mm  Product care: Avoid banging against objects that may scratch or chip the surface of the damascened object or contact with rough and abrasive materials such as glass cleaner.
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