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Onyx and Marble Chess Set in Brown and Beige (13.5 in.), "Nature's Challenge"

Product ID: 345678

Equal parts cerebral challenge and handsome home decor,this chess set from Mexico’s Sierra family is entirely hand-carved from warm brown marble and... more

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Equal 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
  • Board: 35 cm L x 35 cm W x 1.8 cm H
  • Board: 13.8" L x 13.8" W x 0.7" H

  • Onyx, marble
  • Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Warning: Choking Hazard. Small parts -- not for children under 3 years.
  • Velvet paper backing
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 345678
Sierra Family
Sierra Family

Mexico

Marble and onyx game sets

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115

Robin

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Jan 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

From Vermont, USA

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Jun 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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Apr 03, 2020

“Exquisite chess set”

Beautifully carved chess set. Craftsmanship is superb. Very happy with my purchase.

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Summer

From Los Angeles

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Dec 29, 2024

“Beautiful and well made”

This is a beautiful handcrafted chess set! It is really well made, and crafted with high quality materials. This was a Christmas gift for my husband and he loved it!

Purchased Item Chocolate and Milk, Brown and White Onyx Mini Chess Set Handcrafted in Mexico

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Donna

From New Jersey, USA

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Oct 20, 2024

“So Soothing!”

These are wonderful stress relievers. I love to touch the cool stone when Im annoyed or troubled or just because.

Purchased Item Gentle Hearts, Set of 2 Handcrafted Marble Heart Stress-Relieving Stones

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Linda

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Sep 29, 2024

“Lovely Little Green Apple”

This apple reminds me of Bobby Goldsboros song LIttle Green Apples. I did not know that onyx could be green. It is the perfect color for this sculpture. Right now it is my one and only paperweight. I think it might also make a wonderful kitchen decoration.

Purchased Item Eris Apple, Onyx and Brass Apple Sculpture from Mexico

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Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.

Microcredit Financing

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

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

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Odette has provided work for incredible people to aid in creating the art in her workshop.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Odette learned her craft from community members in her home town.

Overcoming Cancer

Overcoming Cancer

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Meet the Artist

Sierra Family Marble and onyx game sets

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Odette Sierra is from the beautiful Mexican state of Puebla. Her father Edgar Sierra first opened their workshop 30 years ago.

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