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Reminiscent
of Faberge & Cellini these magnificent
chess sets define the words, Fine Art. Sterling Silver .925,
18K Gold, Handset Pearls, Cabochon Amethysts, pearls, turquoise,
man made sapphires, and hand painted porcelain scenes similar
to Meissen and Dresden. Each board opens to reveal storage for
the pieces.
A Legend Today An Heirloom for the Future
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Now
Exclusive to Gann Ltd. Collections…The
Superior Edition of this favorite playing chess set is still
available for our clients…With the Red Crowns atop the
Kings’ Knight and Rook, often known as “The Kings
Wishes,” 2 Different Finials for the Kings, and 4 Queens.
All Pieces with Embossed Leather Slides, enclosed in
a Fitted Red Burl Attaché Case. We call it simply, |
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The
Spartins |
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The
Alexandria One
of a Kind Requiring One Year to Carve & Complete King 8.8” |
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The
Waterloo From the time of the Medici
through today Gianni Vasari continues the tradition of his Ancestor
with this magnificent set. |
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Amber
Staunton |
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King
Arthur Heavy Pewter and Crystal Limited Edition Made
by Gorham UK |
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In a
world steeped in tradition, an artist designs a chess set
that has an almost magical and visceral impact…Many
years ago a client purchased this set and it is simply Chess
in the 21st Century
Schach
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Vincent
Siracusano's Original Design: Abstract chess |
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Working
for Walt Disney Feature Animation Studios, in both California
and Florida, for twelve years, his contributions can be seen
in ten feature films, "Aladdin", "The Lion King",
"Pocahontas", The Hunchback of Notre Dame", "Hercules",
"Fantasia 2000", "Mulan", "Tarzan",
"Lilo and Stitch", and "Brother Bear". .
Vincent's handmade custom order abstract chess set and table
is one of the specialty pieces he calls Functional Artwork.
The set engendered much interest when displayed at the International
Fine Arts and Antiques Show in New York...a first ever for an
exhibit of the World of Fine Art Chess.
Abstract Chess Set Table and Checkers
King: 7"
Table: 40" Sq. 4" Squares |
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Different,
Unusual and Fun
One of a Kind Requiring 1 year to Complete
To many
of our clients, the chess collection is a “Family Affair”.
When a new set arrives, everyone plays a game. Even the youngest
child gets to stroke a piece with help from parents or grandparents.
The teenagers keep the journal recording the date, where it
was purchased, and any information they might have on previous
ownership. One teenager gets to take pictures of it all and
the collection grows with love, laughter and enjoyment.
One client’s
little girl, (4½ yr. old for that’s when they
begin to learn chess) asked for an Alice in Wonderland chess
set…made by using Madame Alexander dolls! Doll dealers
from all across the US and the UK helped. It was delightful!
Stymied
over the 2 Bishops, a dealer in London suggested Tweedle Dee
and Tweedle Dum...they came with arms entwined…separated…voila!
2 Bishops! One even called with a silk embroidered chessboard!
Yes, the visor on the Knight actually moves!
Enjoy!
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