The 1951-1954 "Česká klubovka" FIDE Tournament Czech Reproduction Chessmen in Ebony wood & Boxwood - 4.0" King

Reproduced 1951-1954 "Ceske Klubovsky" FIDE Tournament Czech Reproduction Chessmens' The dark pieces are made of genuine ebony, and the light pieces are crafted from Boxwood. The King stands 4" tall with a 1.69" base diameter. Each piece is carefully carved by master craftsmen after months of design evaluation. The set includes extra queens for easy pawn promotion. The pieces are expertly weighted for a great feel and have a satisfying thud on the board. They feature unique rings and thick green felts for smooth movement. The Knights highlight the exceptional craftsmanship of our Indian artisans. 

History: Bohuslav Schnirch, a renowned sculptor, designed the first Czech Chessmen, "Ceske Klubovsky," around 1880 and became the first chairman of the Czech Chess Union in 1888. Over the past 140 years, many variations of the set have been produced. ChessBazaar offers a reproduction of the "Ceske Klubovsky" set used in FIDE tournaments between 1951 and 1954, with famous players like Alekhine, Flohr, and Euwe photographed with versions of it. Czech sets are known for their unique King and Queen crowns, setting them apart from traditional Staunton sets.
- Mike Ladzinski

Craftsmanship: Carving and turning the chessmen is a meticulous process. Our design and carving team spent countless hours perfecting every detail, ensuring both quality and feel were maintained. The King's top and bishop's mitre feature hand carving, adding a unique touch. The reversible queen's crown, often seen in Soviet-era chess sets, is another distinctive feature of this set.Soviet era chess sets. The Knights feature a unique carving style on each side, making them captivating from every angle. The lathe work is exceptional, with distinctive collar rings and elegant curves. The rooks' shanks have a brick-like architecture, while the pawns' wide bases add depth to the set. The overall design is highly praised, making the set truly stand out. Each chessman is meticulously handcrafted from the finest wood, polished by hand for a lasting shine. Crafted in India with intricate details, the design, quality, and craftsmanship rival rare original chess sets.
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.

Disclaimer: This chess set is reproduced in collaboration with "Michael Ladzinski", one of the greatest chess collectors in the chess world. 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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