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American MCM Machine Age Metal & Leather Chess Set

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American MCM Machine Age Metal & Leather Chess Set

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Description

UNITED STATES, CIRCA 1940 An American mid century modern Machine Age chess set. The set consists of silvered and polished brass chessmen machined with a minimalist circular aesthetic and leather board with machined metal circular checkers. The chessmen are housed in a matching leather box with brass hardware. The set was originally retailed by Marshall Field & Company, Chicago and retains its original label underneath the box.

Condition

Wear as one should expect from use. Metals would benefit from a polishing.

Provenance:

From the Zaklynsky family collection, Newport, Rhode Island.

Measurements

Board measures 20 1/2" square. Case measures 16" by 8"by 5 1/2"

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American MCM Machine Age Metal & Leather Chess Set

Name: American MCM Machine Age Metal & Leather Chess Set
SKU: 54224919
Price: 950 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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Starting Price $100

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