Chess Pieces "Zagreb" | Staunton | 95 mm | Boxwood & Ebonized Wood

The "Zagreb" Staunton chess piece set is a symbol of chess elegance, paying homage to the mid-20th century’s golden era of international tournaments. Its unique design blends artistic inspiration with functionality, making it a popular choice for both competitive play and collectors.

Design and Craftsmanship

The centerpiece of the "Zagreb" set is its remarkable knight, inspired by Russian art and culture. The intricately woven horse’s neck gives the knight a distinctive and powerful presence, symbolizing strength and tenacity. The king, queen, and bishop also feature striking design elements, including color accents from the opposing side—an unusual and rare feature that adds an extra visual dimension to the game. Each piece is expertly turned and hand-carved with precise craftsmanship, ensuring an elegant appearance and smooth handling.

Materials and Finish

Crafted from natural and ebonized boxwood, this set offers a beautiful contrast between the lighter and deep black tones. The ebonized pieces have a rich, dark appearance, providing a striking visual contrast on the chessboard. The choice of high-quality wood ensures both durability and a luxurious finish. To complement the dark, bold look of the ebonized wood, it is recommended to pair this set with a chessboard made from similarly dark woods, such as wenge, to create a harmonious and visually appealing setup.

Functionality

The "Zagreb" pieces are designed for ease of handling and stability. Each piece is weighted to provide a balanced feel and lined with felt to protect the chessboard and enable smooth movement. The pieces are easy to grip, making them perfect for fast-paced tournament play while also preserving the chessboard’s surface during long games.

Suitable for Tournaments

With a king height of 95 mm, this set complies with FIDE standards, making it suitable for use in official tournaments. The set includes extra queens for both sides, ensuring smooth pawn promotions without needing substitute pieces, maintaining the flow of competitive games.

Optimal Pairing

For the best presentation, pairing the "Zagreb" set with a chessboard featuring square sizes of 55 to 58 mm is recommended. A chessboard made from dark woods, such as wenge, will perfectly complement the deep black ebonized pieces, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.

Features of the Chess Pieces

• Design: Staunton
• Material: Boxwood & Ebonized Wood
• King’s Height: 95 mm
• Total Weight of the Set: 1,135 g
• Format: FIDE Standard
• Workmanship: Carved, Felted, and Weighted
• Extras: Additional Queens
• Recommended Field Size: 55 - 58 mm

Important Information:

The pieces are hand-carved and made of natural, precious woods. Due to this non-machine, handmade manufacturing process by various carvers, the engravings and carvings as well as the natural wood grain may vary slightly from the pictures. The chessboard is not part of this offer and is for presentation purposes only.