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Send to a friendOnyx and Marble Chess Set in Brown and Beige (13.5 in.), "Nature's Challenge"
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Delivery EstimateEqual parts cerebral challenge and handsome home decor,this chess set from Mexico's Sierra family is entirely hand-carved from warm brown marble and translucent onyx. Soft backing on the game board won't scratch the table.
- 5.80 kgs
- 12.8 lbs
- 35 cm L x 35 cm W x 1.8 cm H
- 13.8" L x 13.8" W x 0.7" H
- Largest piece: 7.5 cm H x 2.5 cm Diam.
- Largest piece: 3" H x 1" Diam.
- Smallest piece: 4.5 cm H x 2.6 cm Diam.
- Smallest piece: 1.8" H x 1" Diam.
- Onyx, marble
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
- Velvet paper backing
- Warning: Choking Hazard. Small parts -- not for children under 3 years.
- Made in Mexico.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
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Robin
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01/09/2021
"Checkmate!"
Fabulous chess set that I gave my son for Christmas. He was thrilled with the quality and beauty of this set.
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Cera
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06/18/2020
"Beautiful Chess Set"
I bought this set for my daughter for Christmas and it is a beautiful, well made set. She absolutely loved it.
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Rebecca
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04/03/2020
"Exquisite chess set"
Beautifully carved chess set. Craftsmanship is superb. Very happy with my purchase.
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Deirdre
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12/19/2023
"Lovely Gift"
Beautiful craftsmanship, this lovely set will be in the family forever.
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Kevin
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11/25/2023
"Great small size"
It s small size allows for placement anywhere and adds to its inherent charm.
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robin
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09/03/2023
"polished stone pear"
Petite and pretty. Well made.
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Confronting Adversity
This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.
Microcredit Financing
Sierra Family has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2500 and the most recent for $3800. Proceeds were used to purchase marble and onyx in bulk for her chess sets.
Moving On Up
Odette has left a profound impact in her community and has successfully tripled the growth of her workshop from her first six months at NOVICA.
Empowering Women
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Job Creator
Odette has provided work for incredible people to aid in creating the art in her workshop.
Preserving Traditions
Odette learned her craft from community members in her home town.
Write a reviewOdette Sierra is from the beautiful Mexican state of Puebla. Her father Edgar Sierra first opened their workshop 30 years ago
Update (July, 2019)"We have worked with Novica since 2000 and it's been marvelous. Over those years, we have seen an increase in our sales and in... read more
