Chessboard and box (W5)
Catalogue Record
Collection
Maker
Desmond Ryan
Title
Chessboard and box
Made in
London Borough of Islington
Date
1977
Description
Indian rosewood with inlays of Burr Yew wood for the alternative squares. The board also functions as a box for chess pieces, and is lined with suede.
Materials and techniques
Indian rosewood inlaid with burr yew wood. Box lined in dark brown suede leather.
Dimensions
length: 36cm
width: 36cm
height: 7cm
Object number
W5
Category
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Chess Board, Desmond Ryan, 1977, Crafts Council Collection: W5. Photo: Todd-White Art Photography.
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Chess Board, Desmond Ryan, 1977, Crafts Council Collection: W5. Photo: Todd-White Art Photography.
