Murano glass Venetian chess set attributed to Antonio Barbini, circa 1950. The King is 7-1/4″ tall by 2-1/4″. Crafted from Murano glass and infused with flecks of 24k gold. Each piece is adorned with polychrome and gilt decoration atop white and black marble pedestals. Made in Italy. 20th Century.

The Knights are highly unusual and present quite an artistic flair, while the buxom Queens add a bit of seductiveness to the presentation.

Each piece is unique. Crafted from Murano glass the chessmen feature flecks of 24k yellow gold. One army is finished in clear and black glass, while the opposing side is finished in clear and white glass. Both sides are adorned with polychrome and gilt decoration and rest atop white and black marble bases.

The detailing on this set is incredible. This luxurious Murano glass chess set is a timeless masterpiece, handcrafted in Italy with precision and infused with gold flakes, it represents the result centuries-old Venetian traditions. Through the use of techniques passed down from generation to generation, each piece of glass is a unique expression of beauty and craftsmanship. preserving the ancient art of Murano glass,