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Man Ray (Emmanuel Radnitzky) — Chess Set

Man Ray (Emmanuel Radnitzky)

Chess Set

1927

Precious metals transform the ancient game into a luxurious art object, exemplifying the Surrealist artist's playful reimagining of everyday objects through unconventional materials.

Medium
Brass, silver, and gold; Case: wood, faux-leather, silk, cotton, iron alloy hinges, and copper alloy clasps
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Man Ray (Emmanuel Radnitzky), Chess Set, 1927

Precious metals transform the ancient game into a luxurious art object, exemplifying the Surrealist artist's playful reimagining of everyday objects through unconventional materials.

Medium
Brass, silver, and gold; Case: wood, faux-leather, silk, cotton, iron alloy hinges, and copper alloy clasps
Dimensions
40.7 x 6.4 cm
Year
1927
Seen at
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

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Steel, Wood, Modern, Unique Work

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