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Wood and leather chess set, "African Battle"

Tooled leather with traditional West African motifs is transformed into a... more

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Tooled leather with traditional West African motifs is transformed into a handsome chessboard. From Samuel and Francis Agbetey, it invites players to a peaceful battle on the playing field. The chess pieces are carved from sese wood in classic style.

  • 1.69 kgs
  • 3.7 lbs
  • 41 cm H x 41 cm W x 2.5 cm D
  • 16.25" H x 16.25" W x 1" D
  • Largest piece: 6.5 cm H x 2.5 cm W x 2.5 cm D
  • Largest piece: 2.6" H x 1" W x 1" D

  • Sese wood and leather
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Ships fast from USA.
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Francis Agbete has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1050. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of ebony wood, leather, brass, polish and sandpaper to increase production.

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