1935 Botvinnik-Flohr Soviet Chess Pieces in Ebony & Boxwood 4" King

Name: 1935 Botvinnik-Flohr Soviet Chess Pieces in Ebony & Boxwood 4" King
Brand: Chessbazaar
SKU: VJ059
Price: 420.00 USD
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Material: Ebony wood / Boxwood

Dimensions:

King Height - 4.0" (101 mm)

King Base - 1.7" (45 mm)

Pawn Height - 2.0" (51 mm)

Pawn Base - 1.3" (33 mm)

You're getting: 34 pieces (2 extra Queens included); Board is not included.

Weight: 1456 grams (51.35 oz). Please note that the weight in the set is added manually so the final weight of the set can vary by plus or minus (±) 10%.

Recommended Board Size: (2.36") (60 mm) square size.

Detailed Description

Chess Pieces Details	Height	Base
King	4.0" (101 mm)	1.7" (45 mm)
Queen	3.3" (84 mm)	1.6" (42 mm)
Bishop	3.1" (80 mm)	1.4" (38 mm)
Knight	2.7" (70 mm)	1.4" (38 mm)
Rook	2.3" (59 mm)	1.4" (38 mm)
Pawn	2.0" (51 mm)	1.3" (33 mm)
Total Weight Of Chess Set	1456 grams (51.35 oz)
Dark Pieces	Ebony Wood
Light Pieces	Boxwood
Recommended Board Size	(2.36") (60 mm) square size.

1935 Botvinnik Flohr Reproduced Soviet Chess Set: Alan Dewey and chessbazaar proudly presents the replica of 1935 Botvinnik Flohr Soviet chess set. This venerable chess set's dark pieces are made of Ebony wood and the light pieces are made of Boxwood. Ebony wood is an alluring wood and probably the most admired wood for reproduced chess sets. The King proudly stands at 4 inches and its base is a robust 1.7 inches. The chess set comes with 34 pieces including 2 extra queens. This Chess set is triple weighted with felt bottoms.

Weight : 1456 grams (51.35 oz). Please note that the weight in the set is added manually so the final weight of the set can vary by plus or minus (±) 10%.

Design: This legendary design is one of the most detailed design unlike many other soviet chessmen. They are hand crafted from the finest grade ebony wood and polished using natural buff polish. Each piece is generously weighted and features green felt bases to protect the chess board. Each chessmen is carefully crafted with dainty details that add a dash of opulence and visual appeal. Outstanding design features includes squat bases, contrasting colored finials, and the bishop without its mitre cut. The other chess pieces are also uniquely stylized to allow the set to truly stand out.

How 1935 Botvinnik Flohr Reproduced Soviet Chess Set is different from other sets?

"So these sets are not only a piece of history but also have political significance"

Uniformity of pieces: The shapes of turned pieces are guided by metal profiles and so all turned pieces are identical, especially the pawns. You can expect some variation where hand carving or cutting comes i.e. knights.

Craftsmanship: Each piece in the set has been meticulously carved, sanded, finished and buff polished by hand to give it a rich long lasting shine.

Felts: Thick green felt precisely envelops the base of each chess men.

Weights: The set is heavily weighted and so they are pleasure to hold and will last for years if maintained properly in a dry and clean place.

In-Box items: Retail package consists of 34 chessmen, 2 extra queens included. chess board NOT included in this sale.

Caution: These chess pieces are neither waterproof nor UV-resistant

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Amazing set!

I must say… what an amazing set produced by CB. What makes this set so enjoyable to play with is that each piece is completely unique. The bases are broad and stable. I have to say that I couldn’t chose a favourite pieces out of the whole set. What a pleasure to have. Thanks so much CB for a work of art.

Beautiful set

I just received this stunning and unique set. It definitely should be labeled as the 1933 set reproduction (Botvinnik-Flohr I), as it looks nothing like the set used in their 1935 match (Botvinnik-Flohr II). There are many differences between this set and the few legible pics of the pieces used in the 1933 match, especially the rooks which should probably have fairly straight tower walls, not curved in a concave shape. However, it is a close approximation of one collector's sets from this period. The actual set used in the match apparently has not survived, and there seem to be no clear photographs that have survived that show sufficient detail of all the pieces used (mainly just hazy images from the cover of the match book). Google to find an online article called ""Chess Pieces of the 1933 Botvinnik-Flohr Match: An Ongoing Enigma"" for a more complete discussion of the mystery and confusion surrounding the pieces used in this match. Regardless of the historical accuracy of this set or any other reproduction, this set is quite unique and attractive in its own right. I may even like it better than whatever the true original 1933 pieces should look like. The pieces used in the 1935 match look nothing like this set, but I have only seen some surviving pictures. Chess Bazaar used to have pieces called 1935-60 Reproduced (Soviet Era) Russian series, which I think looked more like the pieces used in 1935 match (Botvinnik-Flohr II), though I don't think the listing stated so. I haven't seen that set listed in awhile, so am glad I got it a couple years ago. This current set should just be re-titled to say 1933, as the Botvinnik-Flohr I match.

crafted from premium ebony and boxwood

This set, crafted from premium ebony and boxwood, offers perfect balance and weight, delivering a truly authentic collector’s experience.

Rooks

The rooks in this set are not as good and elegant as the ones in the original set. The copies of the rooks are not good enough and need to improve.

Excellent

I've order a good number of chess sets from Chessbazaar and so far have always received excellent quality, best prices and even fast delivery.

Exellent set

The set arrived quick and in perfect fashion, as usual by the way. The set has the beautiful ""air"" of a Russian Chess set. I do not know how much of an accurate reproduction of the set used by Botvinnik and Flohr on their match. Personally i think the rook doesn't even try to resemble the original set, but even so i love this chess set it is very elegant. Well done!

Taken to bed.

The moment I saw this set on CB's website back in January I knew I just had to have it. Seemed, though, there were a lot of other discerning customers thinking the same - set out of stock. Never mind, I would have to be patient. The months went by and I was beginning to despair - but then, in June, set available again. Yipee! Immediately ordered and promptly received. Worth the wait - set even more impressive than CB's website photos, stunning, jaw-dropping, very beautiful indeed. Heaven forbids, but if my house were on fire this would be the first of all my sets I would rush to save. Astounding value for money. I love this set. I take it to bed with me.

Absolutely superb.

Stunning chess set with all pieces beautifully made & nicely weighted. Slender & elegant with mean looking knights & nice chunky rooks, just right. My only (tiny) criticism is that the baize pads on the bottom are a little big & show quite a bit. Easily rectified. Good value with some discount, maybe a little pricey without. This is the second set I have bought from Chessbazaar & will certainly buy from them again.

Superdly crafted with its class of distinction

This chess pieces are superbly crafted with its class of his own distinction which I proudly own it in my collection. Every inch of the pieces are shown carefully crafted in details which is remarkably one of the best chess set that I ever come across.

Outstanding Reproduction Soviet Chess Set

This set is simply outstanding in all respects. Any serious collector should add this beauty to their collection. The hand carved knights make a wonderful impression. The King, Queen , Bishop and Pawn are uniquely gorgeous for a Staunton style chess set. I like the rooks, but maybe they should be scaled down a little in their thickness. Adding to the historical significance of the set, ChessBaaar has raised the bar for Soviet reproduction sets.

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1935 Botvinnik-Flohr Soviet Chess Pieces in Ebony & Boxwood 4" King