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Chessmen (31)

ca. 1914–18
Not on view
The cartridges are of the type used in the first World War. There seems too little distinction between the kings and queen to warrant this being taken for a "France versus Germany" set. The bishops on each side is represented by a "Pickelhaube" (helmet with spike on top).

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Chessmen (31)
  • Date: ca. 1914–18
  • Culture: French
  • Medium: Oak, painted; brass bullet casings
  • Dimensions: Height (each king): 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm);
    Height (each pawn): 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
  • Classification: Chess Sets
  • Credit Line: Gift of Gustavus A. Pfeiffer, 1953
  • Object Number: 53.71.198a–o, aa–pp
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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