Michael Anthony Ricker (American, 1940-2006), African Wildlife Chess Set

1986-1987, Ricker-Bartlett Casting studios, edition 91/1000, including (32) Museum Collection large sculptural chess pieces of African animals, cast in pewter and half with 24 Kt vermeil, each signed and dated in the casting, together with 20 in. marble chess board with gilt mirror inlays. Includes signed casting certificate of authenticity, and custom fitted boxes for chess pieces.

Tallest piece approximately 4 in.; board 1 x 20 x 20 in.

Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee

Good condition; chess board with slight warp and some minor surface marks; some chess pieces with light spotting to crevices.