This design was inspired by Man Ray's lifelong friendship with avid chess player and fellow artist Marcel Duchamp.
This re-edition of the 1920s Wooden Chess Set is based on the original 1920 Man Ray Wooden Chess Set in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and was the inspiration for a larger silver version in the MoMA collection.
In this set, Man Ray translates traditional chess pieces into pure geometric forms.
Dimensions: 17" x 17" x 3/4" 32 pc. | Wood Chess Pieces, solid beech wood, and gift box
King & Queen 3.25" | Bishop 2.75" | Knight 2" | Rook and Pawn 1.4"
This design was inspired by Man Ray's lifelong friendship with avid chess player and fellow artist Marcel Duchamp. This re-edition of the 1920s Wooden Chess Set is based on the original 1920 Man Ray Wooden Chess Set in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and was the inspiration for a larger silver version in the MoMA collection. In this set, Man Ray translates traditional chess pieces into pure geometric forms.
Specifications:
Dimensions: 17" x 17" x 3/4"
32 pc. Wood Chess Pieces, solid beech wood, and gift box
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My expectations were exceeded. Finely crafted chess men matched perfectly to an equally well turned board. The information concerning the evolution of Man Ray's design was a bonus.
I really really like this chess set. Got it as a gift for my BF since we used to play chess all the time when we first met. The design is a very minimalist modern that will complement any similar decor. It's durable, so you can actually play with it and not worry about destroying it. It's very much a decor piece in and of itself. This is not an original 1920, but it is an official remake. Classy piece.