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The Art of Chess

hardcover – March 1, 2002
by Schafroth, Colleen
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ISBN-13: 9780810910010 ISBN-10: 0810910012
Publisher
Abrams Books
Binding
hardcover
Published
March 1, 2002
Weight
2.4 lbs
Dimensions
24.10×2.50×23.80 cm

About this book

The Art of Chess by Schafroth, Colleen. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780810910010.

Perfect for chess aficionados and collectors of chess art, this gorgeous volume, drawn from international collections, brings to life the history of chess-playing cultures around the world through vibrant illustrations, from a painting in the tomb of Queen Nefertari showing her playing senet, a forerunner of chess, to a French illuminated manuscript depicting Tristan and Isolde taking a love potion while playing chess.