Lot #R286. Rosenthal Contemporary Ceramic Chessmen by Italian artist Marcello Morandini

Description Rosenthal Contemporary Ceramic Chessmen. Offered here is a set of heirloom quality Rosenthal contemporary Ceramic Chessmen crafted from unglazed black and white porcelain, giving it an elegant, modern look. The king stands 4 -0″ tall with a 1-1/2″ diameter base. This is a limited-edition porcelain chess set created by Italian Artist Marcello Morandini for the German luxury porcelain manufacturer Rosenthal. The chess pieces are as new and housed in the cardboard display box shown.  No chessboard is included. The Rosenthal Chess Set refers primarily to designer chess sets produced by Rosenthal, a renowned German porcelain manufacturer. Notably, in 2003, Rosenthal collaborated with designers Marcello Morandini and Bjørn Wiinblad to release limited edition sets that combine art, geometry, and luxury porcelain craftsmanship.​ These sets are highly collectible This chess set is one of a limited edition of 99 sets and was created around 2003-2004 to commemorate Rosenthal’s 125th anniversary, with the design serving as a tribute to Philip Rosenthal, who transformed the company into a design powerhouse. A bit of History. Marcello Morandini Marcello Morandini is one of the most influential designers with whom Rosenthal has worked since 1979. His black and white, geometric patterns can be found in Rosenthal vases, chess pieces and architectural projects. With works such as the Italian Journey collection or the façade design of the Rosenthal factory in Selb, he brought an avant-garde, mathematically precise aesthetic to the brand’s design. Born in 1940 in Mantua, Italy, Morandini studied in Milan and founded his own studio in 1962. He gained international recognition through exhibitions in Venice and New York. His work combines art, architecture and design in a unique, constructivist design vocabulary. Morandini’s works for Rosenthal are iconic examples of the fusion of art and design. Morandini’s work is characterized by a consistent reduction to black and white, clear lines and mathematically precise structures. Inspired by Concrete Art and Constructivism, he plays with two- and three-dimensional forms that develop new spatial effects through movement, perspective and optical illusions. His works are not only aesthetically sophisticated but are also based on a deep understanding of architecture and design. His designs stand for a timeless, intellectually sophisticated aesthetic that continues to fascinate collectors and design lovers to this day. His geometric compositions and his influence on the brand’s architecture remain an important part of Rosenthal’s history. Morandini combines functionality with artistic expression. By deliberately avoiding color, he enhances the perception of form, light and shadow. This approach makes his works unique and timeless, which is also reflected in his work for Rosenthal.