PURLING LONDON ART CHESS sets have been exhibited at Christie’s, Saatchi Gallery and the World Chess Hall of Fame. Many of these 1 of 1, hand-painted works have been the choice of royalty, renowned interior designers, art collectors and chess Grandmasters. Purling has collaborated with over thirty artists, including Sophie Matisse, Mr. Doodle and Thierry Noir. Every Art Chess set is hand-finished in London, England and can be made bespoke to your wishes.
CAIO LOCKE
“Inspired by the red planet and the eponymous Roman God, ‘Mars’ reflects on the simmering energy and psychological tension that belies the quiet contemplation. The colours express the fire which must be suborned to the ultimate objective if it is not to derail the strategy.”
Caio Locke
SPECIFICATIONS
- Signed, hand-painted 1 of 1
- Boxwood, acrylic paint, lacquer, leather
- Exhibited at Christie’s
- Chess board 55 x 55 cm (approx. 22 x 22″), weight 3 kg (6.6 lb)
- Chess pieces 34 hand-carved, triple-weighted, boxwood
- King height 10.2 cm (4″), weight 75 g (approx. 2.65 oz)
- Weight of boxed set including pieces and board 6.6 kg (approx. 14.6 lb)
- Purling London branded leather felts and packaging
- Hand-finished in London, England
- Complimentary express global shipping
Learn more about Caio Locke and how to commission a bespoke game HERE.
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