Zagreb Series Chess Set Ebonized & Boxwood Pieces with Classic Walnut Board – 3.25 King

Description

This package includes our Zagreb Series Chess Set with ebonized and natural boxwood pieces matched with our Classic Walnut and Maple Classic Chess Board. This design became prominent in the 1950’s when it was first used in the World Championship Candidates Match held in Zagreb in 1959. This is a library size chess set with a 3.25 tall king and a base diameter of 1.375. Pieces are made from ebonized and natural boxwood and are heavily weighted for exceptional stability on the chess board. Thick green baize pads on the bottom create a soft cushion and allow the pieces to slide smoothly across the chess board. The uniquely shaped knight with its arched neck and turned down head is what distinguishes this chess set from others. As is often found on eastern European sets, the king, queen, and bishop finials are made in the opposite color of the main body.Our Walnut and Maple Classic chess board is made with the finest veneers and sealed in semi-gloss polyurethane protective finish. The squares are 1.75 and the overall size of the board is 17 and .5 thick. A wide black inlay border accentuates the playing area and the bottom of the board has pads to protect whatever surface it sets on. Whether you are a collector or just looking for one special chess set for your games at home, Zagreb will make every chess game you play more fun.Chess Pieces: Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood; King Height: 3.25; King Base: 1.375; King Weight: 2 oz.; Chess Set Weight: 40 oz.; 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion; Green Baize Pads; Chess Board: Material: Walnut & Maple Veneers over Wood Composite; Finish: Satin Polyurethane (soft sheen); Square Size: 1.75; Dimensions: 17 x 17 x .5;