Checkmate by Amigo & Amigo

About Checkmate 

Chess, a timeless symbol of strategic play, transcends cultures and languages, fostering connections among people from diverse backgrounds. Checkmate aims to bring this universal appeal to public spaces, ensuring accessibility and engagement across all ages and cultures. Like an intricate dance of 'mini sculptures', each chess piece embodies its own rules and movements, inviting players into a poetic interplay of intellect and concentration.

By transforming this iconic symbol into a monumental spectacle, the public is invited to undertake a wondrous and expansive journey of extraordinary proportions. Each chess piece draws inspiration from the 20th Century Bauhaus movement, a pivotal era where art and design converged, shaping modern aesthetics. This artwork reverently pays homage to Bauhaus's historical impact, celebrating its fusion of creativity and functionality.

This is one of three Amigo & Amigo pieces, you can also see Piano Walk and No Place Like Gnome on the River of Light 2024 trail. 

Location 

Exchange Flags

Liverpool

L2 3PF 

Artist 

Amigo & Amigo

Sustainability information

At Amigo & Amigo, sustainability is a key focus in the design process. They use LED energy saving lighting, also use quality parts to allow longevity of material lifespan. The Chess pieces have been designed to be able to be repaired to limit waste.

Accessibility information 

Checkmate features an original music score by Otis Studio, enhancing the immersive experience with a modern electronic composition. The music is characterized by playful robotic sounds, creating the sensation that the giant chess pieces are mechanically moving around the board. This auditory element adds a layer of depth to the installation, making it feel as though the chessboard is alive with activity, perfectly complementing the visual and interactive aspects of the piece.

Full accessibility information can be found here.