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Michael Graves Two Tone Chess
Checkers Set, circa 2000
$1,200List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Michael Graves (b.1934) (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
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- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:2000
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition overall; light wear to board surface.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU788725913232
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