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Constantin Boym & Laurene Boym — History Chess

History Chess

Designed by Constantin and Laurene Boym, *History Chess* is a complete folding wooden chess board accompanied by 32 unique hand-carved figures. Each piece draws inspiration from historical iconography, transforming the traditional game into a meditation on power, conflict, and civilization across time. The handcrafted nature of the set imbues it with a tactile intimacy, elevating it from a functional game into a work of art and cultural commentary.

Medium
The complete folding wooden chess board and set including 32 unique hand-carved figures.

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Evening & Day Editions

April 23, 2019

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Constantin Boym & Laurene Boym, History Chess

Designed by Constantin and Laurene Boym, *History Chess* is a complete folding wooden chess board accompanied by 32 unique hand-carved figures. Each piece draws inspiration from historical iconography, transforming the traditional game into a meditation on power, conflict, and civilization across time. The handcrafted nature of the set imbues it with a tactile intimacy, elevating it from a functional game into a work of art and cultural commentary.

Medium
The complete folding wooden chess board and set including 32 unique hand-carved figures.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figurative Sculpture, Functional Art, Collaborative Work, American Designers, Game Design, Wood Carving, Conceptual Design, Craft And Artisanship, Historical Figures, Contemporary Art