Chess set
Manufacturer
Riedelglas
CultureAustrian
Dateca. 1985
MediumPressed glass | Cut glass
DimensionsOverall: 2 7/8 x 16 in. (7.3 x 40.6 cm)
InscribedMarked with acid-stamp trademark: "JR" and a paper label.
Credit LineGift of Kathryn K. Porter
Object number86.252
DescriptionChess set consisting of 32 chessmen and a chessboard. Good condition, with a tiny flake on one pawn base. CHESSMEN: Of pressed cut and acid polished lead formula colorless glass. In geometric designs with octagonal bases and browns. Stems round in cross section. Black side frosted. CHESS BOARD: Top smooth, design cut in underside with dark squares represented by a cut grid. Playing area surrounded texture of wavy line. Black velvet case for chessmen.
