Description
Designed by sculptor Isamu Noguchi in 1944, this chess set rewrote the traditional aesthetic of the game with an innovative twist. Created in a time of scarcity, the set was made from an experimental material that was used at the time for clear aircraft canopies and gun turrets: plexiglass. Sculptural pieces and an imaginative use of materials and colors gave the set its standout, artistic expression. Launched in a new edition that faithfully recreates the original, this IC Design chess set brings the iconic Isamu Noguchi masterpiece to life for a new generation of chess and art lovers.
Inspired by Indian and Persian chess designs as well as his love of Modernism, Isamu Noguchi envisioned this one-of-a-kind set with red and green pieces instead of black and white ones, and with a black board with white and red circular inlays instead of the classic square grid. The three dimensional pieces look like sculptures with dynamic silhouettes, each with its own character. Like the originals, the pieces are made of translucent plexiglass. This Ameico and IC Design chess set also recreates the folding board following the artist’s original tabletop concept. Made in Switzerland, the Noguchi Chess Set is exquisitely crafted and it’s the only authorized edition of the original design. The ultimate gift for chess lovers who are also fans of art and avant-garde design.
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Delivery: Our standard shipping provides delivery to the front door of your residence or the dock of a commercial building. Our dedicated delivery team will carefully transport the item(s) from the truck to the first available dry, protected area outside your premises (front porch, garage, etc.)
What's Included: Standard delivery includes delivery to the front door. For multi-unit buildings, the order may be delivered inside the entrance to the building, but not to individual apartment doors. In some instances, a signature may be required. Please note, this option does not include inside delivery to the room of choice, unpacking, assembly, or removal of packing debris. If you need additional delivery options, please reach out to our Customer Service at help@gessato.com.
Cancellation Policy:
We understand that sometimes plans change. If you need to cancel an order, please inform us within 48 hours. Regrettably, we cannot accept cancellations for custom-made items after 48 hours. Should an item have already been shipped, shipping charges will be incurred and deducted from your refund. For more information, please view our full Cancellation Policy.
Return Policy:
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15-Day Hassle-Free Return: Change your mind? No problem. Return your purchase within the first 15 days and we'll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
Extended 30-Day Return: Still deciding? That's okay. If you return your purchase within the next 15 days, we'll provide you with store credit equal to the full amount of your purchase.
Please note that we do not accept returns on custom-made items. For more information, view our comprehensive Return Policy.
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