Checkmate

2010 March 11

'Modern Chess Set', Rachel Whiteread 2005
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While you may not necessarily be the next Bobby Fischer, you can certainly appreciate these ultra-quirky chess sets on display as part of the Milan Furniture Fair beginning April 14. “The Art of Chess” exhibition features seven sets created by contemporary artists including Damien Hirst and Alastair Mackie, and each developed their own interpretation of the game in real dimensions. We’re honing our skills already…