Description

Vintage Gilgamesh / Mesopotamian Themed Chess Set – 31 Pieces

A wonderfully detailed vintage figurative chess set based on ancient Mesopotamian/Sumerian imagery and the Epic of Gilgamesh.

The set features an impressive selection of character pieces including winged figures, mythological creatures and ancient rulers/deities, together with distinctive cuneiform tablet-style pawns.

Finished in contrasting antique green and cream/ivory colours.

The design is associated with the vintage Artcraft moulds later used for reproductions of the Gilgamesh chess set.

31 pieces are included in total.

The dark/green side is complete with all 16 pieces.

The cream side has 15 pieces and is missing one pawn — the missing piece is one of the cuneiform tablet-style pawns. Otherwise the set appears complete.

The pieces are pre-owned vintage items and show some age/use-related wear and variation to the finish. Please examine the photographs carefully for overall condition.

A particularly unusual and highly decorative chess set which would make a great display piece as it stands, or an excellent candidate for completion if a replacement pawn can be sourced.

Chess pieces only – no board included.

Will be individually wrapped and carefully packaged for delivery.