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Chess set

This meticulously designed chess set from the town of San Pedro las Huertas, located to the southwest of Guatemala City, was acquired by the museum in 2009. The game board and the 36 playing pieces are carved out of jade. The board is inlaid in the top of a decorative wooden box, which also stores the figures when they are not in use. Carlos Reyes, the maker of the set, designed the carved green and black jade playing figures after mythological and historical themes of the Maya.

Questions & Answers

Does "Chess set" by Carlos Reyes use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

In "Chess set", a statement contrast is paired with a strong color unity harmony.

What is the color identity of "Chess set" by Carlos Reyes?

"Chess set" is defined by an earthy palette led by gray (#898c87).

Is there a factsheet about "Chess set" by Carlos Reyes for students?

The guide to "Chess set" is the artwork's Guide page - a printable factsheet showing the artwork with its caption, credit line and identity table (artist, dates, medium, original size, collection).

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