The Chess Game (Child’s Play)
$1,750.00
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| Limited Edition | Print that is signed and numbered by the artist. |
| Shipping and Framing | This will come to you either unframed and tubed with complimentary Continental U.S. shipping – use code ARTFREESHIP – or you can add a custom frame with us. |
“The Chess Game (Child’s Play)” by Michael Parkes
Limited Edition Stone Lithograph
A whimsical masterpiece of strategy, imagination, and playful surrealism, Michael Parkes’ The Chess Game (Child’s Play) turns the age-old battle of wits into a charming, dreamlike spectacle. This exquisite stone lithograph reinterprets the grand game of chess through the eyes of innocence, where fantasy and reality blend seamlessly in a world of delicate wonder.
At the center of the scene, a young girl in a flowing white dress leans forward, poised to make her move, her expression one of quiet concentration. Her chessboard is no ordinary set—it rests on the backs of two delicate pedestals, adding an air of precariousness to the game. On the opposing side, an array of fantastical figures stands ready: regal knights, noble pawns, and even a whimsical beast, whose curved tail and serene expression suggest both wisdom and amusement. Towering above them, a rotund figure proudly hoists a chess piece like a victorious trophy, embodying the spirit of playful competition.
With Parkes’ signature attention to detail, soft tonal elegance, and dreamlike storytelling, The Chess Game (Child’s Play) is more than an artwork—it is a reminder of the delicate balance between logic and intuition, strategy and spontaneity. A must-have for collectors who appreciate the magic of childhood, the beauty of imagination, and the timeless charm of Parkes’ surreal world, this lithograph will bring a sense of whimsy, curiosity, and quiet brilliance to any collection.
