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Classic Metal staunton Chess set with Gold & Silver Chessmen & 28cm Chessboard in Black & White

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The Staunton chess pieces, the ones we know and love, the ones we simply think of as chess pieces. These classic chess pieces are named after Howard Staunton who was widely considered to be one of the best players in the world. The knight, the most intricate and distinct piece of any chess set, is a realistically carved horse head. The Staunton Knight was likely inspired by a sculpture on the east pediment of the Parthenon. The Metal Staunton by Manopoulos reinforces this architectural history of the original pieces while respecting their timeless design.

Included: Chessboard 28x28cm, 32 Chessmen, Wooden case with storage, Manopoulos gift box.

Chessboard: Brass

Chessmen: Zinc Alloy 5, silver and gold.

Wooden case: Laminated wood

King's height: 5 cm

Weight: 3.385 kg (approx).

New. Made in Greece.

100% authentic, original Manopoulos product.

Please contact us if you will have any questions.

The Legend: The most long-lasting empire of all times existed and ruled the eastern part of Europe for more than 1000 years. The orthodox continuation of the Roman Empire, known as the Byzantine Empire, expanded significantly with victorious crusades across the East and West. Their culture was formed by the Greek civilization and their language was the Greek. The Byzantines also preserved and copied classical manuscripts, and they are thus regarded as transmitters of the classical knowledge. The Chessmen: The figures of the chessmen were inspired by the royal family of the Macedonians, one of the biggest Dynasties of the Byzantine Empire. This dynasty included some of the most able emperors in Byzantium’s history such as Basil I the “Macedonian” (King) and Leo VI called the “Wise” or Philosopher (Knight). The period is one of revival and resurgence.