Grand English Style Chess Set, Weighted Pieces and Walnut Root Wood Board, 19"

This is an elegant 19-inch English chess set featuring a walnut root board with rounded corners. Walnut is a hard wood, which is highly desired for its rich, dark hues. This chess set is solid walnut, which promises premium quality, luxury and durability. The deluxe hand-polished, hand-carved chessmen are made of Sheesham and Kari woods. This set is so gorgeous, you'll want to leave it out as a centerpiece on your coffee table! Modern chess was invented in Europe, based on an Arabic game (Shatranj) that was based on an Indian game (Chaturanga). During the Middle Ages it spread across Europe and evolved into the game we know and love today. Chess is a game of infinite variations and possibly the most challenging strategy game ever created, it has lasted through the centuries and is played in every corner of the world.

Grand English Style Chess Set, Weighted Pieces and Walnut Root Wood Board, 19": English Staunton style chess pieces are weighted and handpolished Crafted from Sheesham and Kari wood King measures 3.5" with 1.63" diameter base Pieces collectively weigh 2.4 lbs Walnut root veneer board with rounded corners Board measures 19" x 19" x 0.67" with 2" squares Includes 32 chessmen with felt bottoms