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Lot # K697
System ID # 25242212
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Paracho Mexican Wood & Bone Chess Set w/ Folding Board
Crafted in Paracho, Michoacán, Mexico—an area long known for its skilled wood artisans—this mid-20th-century chess set features 32 hand-carved pieces made from a combination of wood and bone, each fitted with a felt bottom. The forms and decorative incising align with traditional Paracho/Tarascan workshop production, noted for its tall profiles, contrasting materials, and detailed folk-art ornamentation. The tallest piece measures an impressive 5.75 inches, giving the set strong display presence.
The accompanying parquet wood board doubles as a folding storage case, a hallmark of Mexican handcrafted sets from this period. Together, board and pieces showcase the region’s distinctive craftsmanship and offer both functional use and collectible cultural character—an appealing addition for enthusiasts of Latin American folk art and vintage handmade game sets.
CONDITION
In good overall condition with age-appropriate wear. The folding wood board shows fading, staining, and surface marks from use. One piece exhibits a visible crack near the base (stable, shown in photos). Minor variations in carving and color are typical of handmade wood and bone construction. The set is complete, stable, and suitable for display.
DIMENSIONS / SIZE
- Board: 1.5" (H) × 17.5" (W) × 17.5" (D)
- (32) Pieces: Largest piece (King): 5.75" height
- Storage: Folding board serves as integrated case
