Circa 1930s "Leningrad Schoolboy" 4.2 inch King Soviet Chess Pieces in Ebonized & Boxwood
Circa 1930s "Leningrad Schoolboy" 4.2 inch King Soviet Chess Pieces in Ebonized & Boxwood
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Circa 1930s "Leningrad Schoolboy" 4.2 inch King Soviet Chess Pieces in Ebonized & Boxwood
You're getting: 34 Pieces (2 extra queens), Board and Storage Box is not included.
Woods Used: Ebonized wood (Gardenia latifolia) / Boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)
The 1937 Leningrad Schoolboy Chess Set is a significant piece of Soviet chess history, embodying the USSR's strong cultural emphasis on chess as both a sport and an intellectual pursuit. The set was designed and produced during a time when chess was deeply integrated into Soviet society, serving not just as a pastime but as a reflection of Soviet ideals of discipline, strategy, and intellect.
The chess set emerged from the vibrant chess culture of Leningrad (modern-day St. Petersburg), one of the USSR's major hubs for chess education and innovation. Its creation was aligned with the Soviet government's initiatives to promote chess in schools, youth clubs, and workers' unions as a way of fostering critical thinking and strategic skills among its citizens.
The design of the set is functional and minimalist, reflecting the utilitarian ethos of the Soviet Union at the time. The pieces were crafted with simplicity in mind, using durable and widely available materials such as wood. The shapes of the pieces are distinct yet unadorned, ensuring they were accessible to schoolchildren and amateur players while remaining suitable for serious play.
| Chess Pieces | Dimensions |
| King Height (from base till finial tip) | 4.20 inch / 10.6 cm |
| King's Base (⌀) | 1.64 inch / 4.0 cm |
| Queen Height(from base till queen's crown ball tip) | 3.62 inch / 9.1 cm |
| Queen's Base (⌀) | 1.50 inch / 3.8 cm |
| Bishop Height (from base till tip) | 3.42 inch / 8.6 cm |
| Bishop's Base (⌀) | 1.40 inch / 3.5 cm |
| Knight Height (from base till ear tip) | 3.39 inch / 8.6 cm |
| Knight's Base (⌀) | 1.40 inch / 3.5 cm |
| Rook Height (from base till turrets) | 2.59 inch / 6.5 cm |
| Rook's Base (⌀) | 1.40 inch / 3.5 cm |
| Pawn Height (from base till tip) | 2.35 inch / 5.9 cm |
| Pawn's Base (⌀) | 1.28 inch / 3.2 cm |
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