| Description: | Vintage chess set Hans Teppich handmade bronze Israel
Vintage Chess Set by Hans Teppich. Jerusalem, 1950s-1960s. Cast bronze. Complete set of 32 chess pieces with Teppich s characteristic design. This set comes in stored in the original compartmentalized, handmade wooden box that opens into a playing Chess board. The pieces are all stamped Made in Israel, Teppich and Jerusalem (in Hebrew). Condition is great although some pieces show aging patina and rub marks.
Hans Teppich was born in Germany in 1904. After finishing school in Berlin, he learned art in evening classes and continued further studies for ten years, acquiring skill in broad range of art including drawing, sculpture, metalwork, bronze casting, metal turning, and interior design. He won many prizes for his artwork such as bronze and stone sculptures of animals, which were exhibited in Berlin Zoo.
In 1933 he immigrated to Israel and established a workshop in Jerusalem, creating Menorahs, Candlesticks, Mezuzahs, Spice boxes, Jewelry and Chess sets. He became famous for his Biblical figures and Judaic items. Sale. |
