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Mexican Artisan Crafted Recycled Metal Chess Set Game, "Rustic Pyramid"

Product ID: 176353

Like pre-Hispanic warriors, rustic figures do battle atop a pyramid. This wonderful creation is the work of Armando Ramírez. Queens are fashioned of... more

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Like pre-Hispanic warriors, rustic figures do battle atop a pyramid. This wonderful creation is the work of Armando Ramírez. Queens are fashioned of screws and bearings, kings are cogwheels and metal scraps, while sparkplugs and other castoffs find a new life as sculpture. Combining art and function, Ramírez creates each piece from discarded automobile parts.

  • 3.34 kgs
  • 7.4 lbs
  • Chessboard: 7 cm H x 42.5 cm W x 42.5 cm D
  • Chessboard: 2.8" H x 16.75" W x 16.75" D

  • Recycled metal
  • CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
  • Each work is unique. Recycled parts will vary from piece to piece based on availability.
  • Features a rustic, rugged finish
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 176353
Armando Ramirez
Armando Ramirez

Mexico

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Luke

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Jul 06, 2017

“Bit sad”

Purchased Rustic Chess set.Arrived in a timely manner. Dissapointed with the lack of care when finishing this item. Lumps of welding mig left which takes away from being able to identify the pieces...Take some time to finish.Looks rushed :(

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Juan

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Dec 10, 2021

“Good product idea”

The product is beautiful but is not good finished like the paint is over the others squares and is metal meaning not safe borders is very sharp dangerous for kids and also scratch the tables if intent to move even a little bit

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Megan

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Jan 06, 2021

“High quality, unique, fantastic artistry”

This is such a unique and creative piece of artistry. I love the extra touches like the letter and postcard from the artist and NOVICA. The chess pieces are high quality, heavy, and well crafted. Will certainly purchase more from this artist in the future.

Chess board entertainment Chess game, entertainment

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Julia

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Dec 15, 2024

“Great gift for a sailor!”

The sailor liked it very much and said it would remind him to go out sailing more often!

Purchased Item Metallic Voyage, Eco-Friedly Nautical Upcycled Metal Sculpture from Mexico

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Dawn

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Dec 12, 2024

“So unique and great detail and craftsmanship”

I first purchased a piece of Armondos metal recycled art here in the US at Christmas village, it is a holiday outdoor village market, that they have for about a month only during the holidays. It is a village of different cultures/nationalities, from all over the world. I bought an upcycled Motorcycle piece. Unfortunately all I have is a photo of the box, with the picture of the item on it. As I gave it to someone as a gift. It was just so unique, the perfect gift for whom I was purchasing it for. Fast forward I returned to the Christmas village yearly looking for his stuff again, but to my sadness he was not there. About two years ago, I found his art work here on Novica and purchased another piece(Truck Cab) for a gift. Again the gift was a hit, the person loved it, and its uniqueness, that no 2 are really the same, because they are hand crafted. I am a big Fan of Armondos upcycled art.

Purchased Item Rustic Long Haul Truck Cab, Original Trucker Statuette of Recycled Car Parts from Mexico

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Teri

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Nov 18, 2024

“Nephew Pleases”

My nephew is new to golfing. He has this Golf Tourney sculpture on his desk. He loved it.

Conversation Piece This was a gift for Nephew Occasion: 'just because'
Purchased Item Rustic Golf Tourney, Rustic Golfer Eco Friendly Auto Part Sculpture

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NOVICA Recognized Master

Award Winning

Armando has received 1st place from the regional contest of the Jaliscience Institute of Crafts for his sculptures.

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Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Armando Ramirez has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $3500 and the most recent for $4000. Proceeds were used to buy materials and also a machine for soldering his metal art.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Armando's income helps pay for the education of his two daughters.

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Eco-Friendly

This Product is awarded the Earth Friendly badge because it uses recycled or sustainable materials or techniques.

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