A NEW 14ft steel sculpture by Kelpies’ artist Andy Scott has been unveiled in the centre of Edinburgh.
The Rook was created as part of luxury jewellery house Hamilton & Inches’ 150th anniversary.
The company approached Scott to mark the event and the result is The Game of Kings chess set, plans for which will be displayed in its showroom window. Each chess piece, ranging in size from 10 to 15 inches will be based on the Kelpies and will be hand crafted in sterling silver.
The chess set will be made to order and will be presented on a 6ft 6in square gaming table.The Rook, currently installed outside the firm’s premises, features a chariot horse adorned with feathered headdress, bridle and collar. It will be exhibited until the end of September.
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