Modern Pedestal Chess Table with Glass Playing Pieces

This item is a contemporary pedestal-style chess table featuring a set of cast glass chessmen. The table's top is constructed from a dark-grained hardwood, possibly mahogany or stained walnut, with an inlaid playing surface consisting of alternating light and dark wood squares. The table surface is recessed within a raised wooden frame, creating a perimeter gallery or 'well' to contain captured pieces during play. The base consists of a thick, minimalist black cylindrical metal pedestal which suggests a modern or mid-to-late 20th-century design influence. The chess pieces are crafted from glass, with one side being clear and the other featuring a frosted or 'satin' finish to differentiate the competitors. The pieces follow a simplified Staunton-style silhouette with smooth, rounded contours. Hand-craftsmanship is evident in the wood joinery, particularly the mitered corners of the frame. Condition-wise, the wood appears to have a healthy luster, though the pedestal base shows minor scuffing typical of household use. The glass pieces appear intact without visible chips, though a thorough inspection for internal fractures would be necessary for a full appraisal. The overall aesthetic combines industrial minimalist elements with traditional wooden gaming furniture, valuing functional elegance.