Reproduced 1880s-90s Circa Lasker Staunton Pattern Antique Chess Pieces in Ebony / Boxwood with King Side Stamping - 3.75" King

After the success of 1849 chess set, 1851 chess set, and 1935 Botvinnik Flohr Chess Set, chessbazaar™ proudly presents the 1880s-90s Circa Lasker Staunton Pattern Antique Chess Set. Crafted in ebony wood and boxwood, this set features a Tournament Size 3.74" King with a 1.6" base. The deep luster and blackness of ebony wood make it a pleasure to hold, polished for a long-lasting shine.

Weight: 1100 grams (±10%).

The opposing boxwood pieces, traditionally used for the white side, showcase fine details. This set includes free extra queens for effortless pawn promotion. Expertly carved and weighted, each piece offers a smooth hand-feel and precise movement on the board. The Knights highlight masterful carving skills.

History: Originally produced by Jaques of London in 1880, this Lasker Staunton set quickly gained popularity for its stable bases, solid rooks, refined pawns, and distinct bishop miters. Its functional design made it a favorite among chess enthusiasts.

Why the Reproduced Lasker Chess Set? The original Lasker Staunton set in playable condition is rare and extremely expensive. Our reproduction brings this legendary design back to life, allowing enthusiasts to experience its timeless elegance.

Uniformity of Pieces: The shapes of turned pieces are guided by metal profiles, ensuring all turned pieces are identical, especially the pawns. Some variation may occur in hand-carved pieces like the knights.

Craftsmanship: The knight’s carving is spectacular—notice the intricate details in the eyes, nostrils, teeth, and mane. The other pieces also feature outstanding craftsmanship, making this set truly stand out. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted from the finest grade ebony wood and polished by hand for a rich, long-lasting shine. The superb size proportioning from king to pawn showcases intricate craftsmanship.

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

Package Includes: 34 Chessmen (2 extra queens included). Chessboard NOT included.

Disclaimer: Product color may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings.

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

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Chess Pieces: We offer a 3-year free replacement guarantee for chess pieces, covering manufacturing defects, cracking, and issues related to craftsmanship or materials.

Chess Boards, Wooden Storage Boxes, and Travel Chess Sets: We provide a 6-month guarantee against manufacturing defects such as cracking or warping for chess boards, wooden storage boxes, and travel chess sets.

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