An exceptional, near-mint Soviet-era collectible chess set featuring bold hand-carved wooden figures paired with a impressive 45 cm natural wood veneer folding board. Manufactured in Kostopil (Rivne region, Western Ukraine), this large-format set showcases detailed artisanal carving, rich natural wood grains, and the iconic printed crest of Rivne on the playing surface. Retaining its original factory paper label inside, this complete 32-piece set stands as a remarkable piece of mid-century Soviet craftsmanship and display-grade condition.
Large 45cm Veneered Board: Premium tournament-sized folding board featuring genuine wood veneer squares with deep natural grain contrast.
Expressive Hand-Carved Figures: Distinctive artisanal profiles with detailed Knights, finial-less Kings (11 cm / 4.3 in), and crowned Rooks.
Authentic Regional Branding: Features the original Soviet-era "RIVNE" coat of arms stamped directly on the board and the original paper factory label inside.
Original Faux-Leather Bottoms: 31 pieces retain their original burgundy leatherette pads, with 1 skillfully recreated replacement Rook fitted with a soft felt base.
Exceptional Vintage Preservation: Preserved in near-mint historical condition with clean original finish and minor age-appropriate board wear.
| Parameter | Metric (cm) | Imperial (in) | Details |
| Board Size | 45 x 45 cm | 17.7 x 17.7 in | Large Veneered Wooden Board |
| King Height | 11.0 cm | 4.3 in | Hand-Carved Large Club Profile |
| Pawn Height | 6.4 cm | 2.5 in | Broad-Base Hand-Turned Wood |
| Origin / Factory | Kostopil / Rivne (USSR) | Western Ukraine | Original Factory Label & Rivne Crest Stamp |
| Era | c. 1970s | c. 1970s | Mid Soviet Era |
| Set Category | Complete (32/32) | Near Mint / Excellent | Leatherette Bottoms (1 Replacement Rook) |
Near Mint / Excellent Vintage Condition. All 32 pieces are complete and sound, presenting smooth original varnish and rich color depth. The wooden board closes flush with tight hinges and hook latches, showing light surface scuffs consistent with careful handling over the decades. One corner Rook was vintage-restored to match the set and features a felt pad instead of leatherette. Please review all detailed photos for full condition details.