My Work
The idea of making a chess set, first came to me in 1975, while working as a Flight Attendant for Trans World Airlines. I was on a layover in Philadelphia and while out looking for a bookstore, I saw the most fascinating chess set displayed in its storefront. What was most unusual about it was its size. I soon realized that I could not afford to buy it and began to imagine making my own. Without further ado, I immediately left the bookstore and went directly to an art supply store and bought ten pounds of clay. And without a doubt, this was the first step of my life-long journey into the making of COLE CHESS.
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Originally sculptured by hand into statuesque form with personalities, expressions and human features.
COLE CHESS
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A mold is made from its original piece and then hand cast in plaster.
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The piece is hand painted and adorned to represent its power, authority and wealth, warranted to its position on the chessboard.
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They are elegantly embellished with crystals, faux pearls, gems, beadings, tassels and trimmings, making it a praiseworthy chess set. No two chess sets will ever be exactly the same, making your set, even more personal.
