European Sculpture and Decorative ArtsChess Setsca. 1930Chessmen (32) is a chess sets of Persian, Tehran origin created in ca. 1930 using wood measuring King: each, H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Pawn: each, H. 1 3/4… — now part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood |
| Dimensions | King: each, H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Pawn: each, H. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm.); Only the tallest and shortest examples of chessmen measured for basic record. |
| Classification | Chess Sets |
| Department | European Sculpture and Decorative Arts |
| Credit Line | Gift of Gustavus A. Pfeiffer, 1948 |
| Date | ca. 1930 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Persian, Tehran culture. The estimated date range is 1925 – 1935.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Chessmen (32)?
Chessmen (32) is housed in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Chessmen (32) created?
Chessmen (32) dates to ca. 1930.
What material is Chessmen (32) made from?
Chessmen (32) is crafted from wood.
Is Chessmen (32) in the public domain?
Chessmen (32) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026