This colorful and theme chess set is based on the Trojan War from Greek Mythology was waged against the city of Troy by the Achaeans (Greeks) after Paris of Troy took Helen from her husband Menelaus king of Sparta. The war is one of the most important events in Greek mythology and has been narrated through many works of Greek literature, most notably through Homer's Iliad and the Odyssey.
The pieces are intricately detailed and the hand painted with precision. The colors are bright and the king stands 3.25 inches tall. Not only can you enjoy a game of chess but teach your kids the history behind this interesting chess set.
- Material: Polystone (stone-like material, very hard and durable but will break if dropped on a hard surface)
- King Height: 3.25"
- King Base: 1.125"
- Hand Painted
- Felt Bottom
- Packaged in decorative cardboard box with formed tray for individual piece storage.
- We recommend a chess board with 1.75" squares.
