| Description: | Austin Enterprises 1966 Aluminum Chess Set. This 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 1.5" tall for the Pawns to 2" Kings. The light pieces are in natural aluminum while the dark pieces are bronze anodized on all non-cut facets, including the bottom. All pieces are marked on the underside of the bases with "1966 AE" (AUSTIN ENTERPRISES). Sleek design with resemblance to the original 1962 chess set. The pieces are presented in an original large, compartmentalized display box approx. 18" 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 a double-box version. For sale. |
