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Austin COX Modernist "Aloca" Chess Set with Chessboard

Creator: Austin Cox
Offered by: VERN + VERA

Description
Designer: Austin Enterprises
USA - Circa 1962
Dimensions: 6" H x 30.75" W x 2.25" D
Condition: Very good vintage condition.

Modernist chess set by Austin COX for ALCOA. Designed in 1962. Solid aluminum chess pieces with fitted walnut box and sliding blue acrylic cover. Original purple and blue felt chess game board with aluminum trim. The set can be wall-mounted for display. All of the game pieces are marked, 1962 Austin Enterprises. The game pieces are precision-cut of solid aluminum and are differentiated by having either a natural finish or black anodized sides. Overall in very good vintage condition. Walnut Display Box: 6" H x 30.75" W x 2.25" D Chessboard: 1" H x 19" W x 19" D.
Very minor wear overall. A couple of minor spots on the felt game board. A few minor scratches on the blue acrylic cover.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Aluminum, Felt, Acrylic, Walnut
Condition:	Good. Very good vintage condition. Very minor wear overall. A couple of minor spots on the felt game board. A few minor scratches on the blue acrylic cover. Additional photos upon request.
Creation Date:	Circa 1962
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century, Minimalist
Incollect Reference #:	316906

Dimensions

W.	30.75 in;	H.	6 in;	D.	2.25 in;
W.	78.11 cm;	H.	15.24 cm;	D.	5.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

VERN + VERA offers a curated collection of fine vintage furnishings and accessories, specializing in Italian and American design from the 60s to the 80s. For inquiries, contact us at vernandvera@gmail.com or visit our 1,300 square foot gallery in Edgewater, Chicago, or shop online at vernandvera.com. Gallery hours available by appointment.

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