STUNNING, RARE Vintage Italian Figural Metal Chess Set, Handmade Sculptural Bust type, Gold color vs Silver, 32 pieces, No box or board, circa 20th C, "Gi Mar Via Vacchereccia, Firenze, Italy" Made in Italy!

~  Pieces in EXCELLENT vintage condition for age!  Set comes as shown 32 PIECES ONLY. NO BOARD, NO BOX. This set is in beautiful condition for age. Some typical vintage wear with age. Some pieces show oxidation/paint loss, paint nicks which add to the beautiful character and aging to this set. Patina left as found. Patina to these pieces is exquisite. Set comes as shown pieces only. Artist imperfections as handmade works of art. Casting imperfections by artist. Felt pads may have wear, loss, or missing (see pics). Please read listing & view pictures as this set comes as listed & shown with no returns.

~  EXQUISITE, beautifully crafted vintage Italian metal chess set! VERY RARE vintage chess set for the collector. TRUE VINTAGE, NOT a recent reproduction. Beautifully sculpted bust type design with amazing artistic details to each piece! Gold color vs. Silver. Set comes as shown pieces only. No box or board. Circa 20th C. Made in Italy. Pieces noted as made "Gi Mar Via Vacchereccia Firenze Italy." (see pic for artist label as shown)  Absolutely stunning, rare find for the collector in such wonderful condition for age. 32 unique works of vintage Italian art! (We are a trusted Top Rated Plus eBay Seller and have sold high-end vintage chess sets, Murano art glass, MCM Italian pottery, and antique porcelain to satisfied customers worldwide.)

~  SIZES:  King: 3 1/2"; Queen: 3 1/8" ; Bishop: 3" ; Knight: 2 3/4"; Rook: 2 5/8" - 2 3/4"; Pawns:  2 5/8". All measurements approximate.

~  BEAUTIFUL, RARE chess set for the collector! Exquisite display and addition to any collection or decor.

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