| Description: | Austin Enterprises 1962 Aluminum Chess Set. Mid-Century modernist (EAMES) styled extruded aluminum chess set was designed by Austin E. Cox for Austin Enterprises and manufactured by the Aluminum Company of America (ALCOA). The pieces were cut from extruded aluminum bars and range in height from 3.75" tall for the Pawns to almost 5" Kings. The light pieces are in natural aluminum while the dark pieces are black, anodized on all non-cut facets, including the bottom. All pieces are marked on the underside of the bases with "1962 AUSTIN ENTERPRISES". Iconic, legendary, sleek design from the 1960s that set a modern standard for Aluminum Chess Sets and a model for further designs. The pieces are presented in an original large, compartmentalized display box over 30.5" long, with black lining and blue-tinted sliding plexiglass windows ready to hang up for impressive display. This retro set is a must for any chess collector or the mid-century enthusiast. The set was also available, in limited quantities, in custom, two-trays stacked coffer box, marked with the Alcoa symbol. For sale. |
