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Unique Recycled Auto Part Chess Set, "Recycling Challenge"

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The imaginative mind of Armando Ramirez transforms scrap metal into a sleek, black and silver chess set. Ramirez collects the leftover metal pieces... more

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The imaginative mind of Armando Ramirez transforms scrap metal into a sleek, black and silver chess set. Ramirez collects the leftover metal pieces off a die machine and shapes them into the pawns, horses, and parts of the kings, which also feature cogs from a car's electrical system. The queens are made from screws, auto part cogs and bearings. The bishops are shaped from spark plugs and the towers from cogwheels. The board is made from a metal sheet and features ornate iron wires and bendix caps taken from a car.

Please note it is the artist's intention not to give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present. The finish can vary from matte to shiny, as each chess set is a unique piece of handcrafted art.

  • 2.80 kgs
  • 6.2 lbs
  • Board: 5 cm H x 30 cm W x 30 cm D
  • Board: 2" H x 11.75" W x 11.75" D
  • Recycled metal
  • Components may vary slightly in size and form
  • Features a rustic, rugged finish
  • CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
  • Product ID: 121771

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662

LaDawn

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Jul 02, 2016

Chess at it's Best”

This is an exceptional piece of Art! So pleased with my order!

Meghan

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Aug 13, 2022

Absolutely wonderful!”

Bought this set as an anniversary present for my wife. She works with cars so this was perfect! Thank you!

Diane

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Jul 29, 2021

Really beautifully crafted”

My nephew said it was the best present ever :-).

Roseana

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May 27, 2025

Quixote in Love”

I love the sculpture. It is lovely and well made. Thank you

MARIA

Verified Reviewer

Jan 24, 2025

Great Work”

This was a gift for someone, and they loved it.

Use for keys

Allen

Verified Reviewer

Dec 23, 2024

great detail”

well worth the money

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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.

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

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