Chess Sets

Archive for March, 2010

Extra large quality light Rosewood and Maple veneer chess board produced in Spain by one of the world’s most prestigious chess board makers. The deep red grain of this particular type of Rosewood is simply staggering and the attention to detail and meticulous edging is perfection. Finished in an eggshell low sheen lacquer, this board is suitable for our largest chess pieces of 4 inches and larger in Red Sandalwood, Rosewood or Ebony.

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Walnut wood deluxe chess board produced by reputable chess board manufacturer Rechapados Ferrer of Spain. Constructed using quality Walnut and Maple veneer this board looks simply stunning and would compliment any modern household interior. The base of the board uses the same high quality Walnut finish as the playing squares. Walnut has a very fashionable colouring with deep graining that can’t fail to please. With playing squares of almost 1.4 inches, this board would accompany chess pieces of 2.5 inches.

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Contemporary Wenge wood deluxe chess board produced by reputable chess board manufacturer Rechapados Ferrer of Spain. Built from high grade Wenge and Maple veneer this board looks simply stunning and would compliment any modern household interior. The base of the board uses the same high quality Wenge finish as the playing squares. Wenge has a very fashionable colouring with distinctive geometric grain that can’t fail to please. With playing squares of almost 1.4 inches, this board would accompany chess pieces of 2.5 inches.

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A stunning solid Sheesham and Maple wood chess board with distinctive rounded corners and plush green flocking on the underside. With a square size of 2.4 inches this board is the perfect partner for luxury Sheesham chessmen from 4.0 inches, up to a 4.25 inches king height.

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A large luxury chess board constructed from natural Ebony and Maple graded woods. Beautiful round edged design combined with a clean contemporary soft sheen lacquer make this board very desirable indeed and a perfect match for the best quality Ebony chessmen. With playing square diameter of 2.5 inches this board is perfect for use with any of our ebony chess pieces up to 4 inches in height.

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The Ambassador series chessmen are a unique take on the classic Staunton design. The most striking aspect is of course the king who seems to have two crowns, one seemingly inserted into the other. Because the King is the main focus of this set each one comes supplied with two finials (the small cross insert that fits in the top) so you can change the appearance of the king as you see fit (see both types in the photograph). The bridled knight is another very unique piece, it features highly detailed carving and almost cartoon like features. It has a great expression, almost with a slightly friendly demeanour. The set has been has been expertly carved from graded boxwood and red sandalwood, is triple weighted and features a 4.4 inch king height. Like all Regency Chess Company luxury sets there has been no compromise in the standard of quality and finish. The uniformity of the carvings and wood tones is fantastic, of course the red sandalwood gives a stunning rich tone that no other wood can come close to. These fine chessmen will sit perfectly on any of our 23 inch boards. A total of four queens are included as is a genuine certificate of authenticity.

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The Monarch series chessmen in ebony and boxwood represents only the finest quality, materials and design. The Bridled knights have an immense amount of detail and very distinctive styling to their manes. The set itself is undeniably Staunton with a handful of design elements that make this set unique. Some would argue that he queen is the most distinctive piece with an eastern influence to her design. Only the finest ebony and boxwood have been used to create this super luxury chess set. Each piece is triple weighted and felted. As you would expect on a chess set of this calibre four queens are included.
The standard of craftsmanship on these chessmen is really quite astounding. The uniformity is the best we have ever seen, the final finishing and polishing has been done to the highest possible standards. They are every bit as good as their price tag suggests.

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Quality large chessmen made from Boxwood and Ebonised Boxwood. Ebonising is a process of treating natural Boxwood to look like real Ebony. It’s a very convincing result and is significantly less expensive. These large pieces are nicely weighted, naturally polished with plush flocked bases in green. Great for home and tournament use and would be suitable for pairing with our 23 inch chess boards.

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Madrid Series large Sheesham and Boxwood luxury chessmen. Hand turned pieces with particularity detailed hand-carved Knights. Naturally polished, the beautifully deep grain of the Sheesham hardwood comes to life and each piece is triple weighted and flocked on their bases. This Luxury Chess piece collection includes an extra Queen.

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New for the Autumn – 4 inch versions of our incredibly popular luxury Old English Elite series chessmen. The design of these Staunton pieces is simply sublime. Sleek, curved shanks and elegant wide bases make for an ideally proportioned chess piece motif, beautifully weighted and naturally polished to a soft sheen. Perfect for combining with any of our Red Sandalwood and dark wood playing boards of 23 inches.

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