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Pondus by Rob McCarthy – Limited Edition Magnetic Chess

Designed by Rob McCarthy, Pondus is a geometric interpretation of the universe and the wonders of space, with depictions of galaxies, black holes, planets & moons in a muted palette of tonal & contrasting colours.

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Pondus - bold pieces

Pondus Bold pieces– Limited Edition Magnetic Chess designed by Rob McCarthy BA(Hons) Dip Arch ARB. Pondus is a geometric interpretation of the universe and the wonders of space, with depictions of galaxies, black holes, planets & moons in a muted palette of tonal & contrasting colours. When not designing sky pools for the London skyline, Rob enjoys painting & playing chess.‍ A limited edition of 25, created from the artists original artwork.

Pondus - bold pieces

The chess board measures 45cm x 45cm x 4cm and is digitally printed, hand-painted, lacquered and polished to deliver a wonderful lustre. Beneath the surface of each playing square, sits a precision cut high-strength magnet. The machine turned & hand carved Boxwood chess/checker pieces contain metal inserts and are hand-painted, printed and completed with Italian Napa leather base felts, with the Purling logo embossed in 18 carat gold. affixed to the reverse of the board is a sub frame, allowing the piece to be displayed for play on a table-top or upon a wall to create the most dramatic and conversational art piece and game. Pondus is sure to challenge & delight all chess enthusiasts and art lovers alike -encouraging vivid conversation whilst tempting passers-by to make a move. Presented in Purling branded packaging. Limited stock held, also available to order.

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Pondus - bold pieces

Pondus by Rob McCarthy – Limited Edition Magnetic Chess

Designed by Rob McCarthy, Pondus is a geometric interpretation of the universe and the wonders of space, with depictions of galaxies, black holes, planets & moons in a muted palette of tonal & contrasting colours.

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From

GBP

Now

From

£4,500

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Pondus by Rob McCarthy – Limited Edition Magnetic Chess

Designed by Rob McCarthy, Pondus is a geometric interpretation of the universe and the wonders of space, with depictions of galaxies, black holes, planets & moons in a muted palette of tonal & contrasting colours.

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Specifications

Packaging DIMENSIONS

50cm x50cmx 20cmx

Pieces Size

Pieces between 5cm and 10cm

pieces

Hand-carved, machine turned Boxwood, painted. Napa leather base felts.

BOard

Birch, Boxwood, Napa leather

Pieces BASE


PACKAGing

Purling branded luxury packaging

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