This chess set package includes our French Lardy Staunton Chess Set with ebonized and natural boxwood pieces matched with our Walnut and Maple Deluxe Chess Board and Classic Walnut Chess Box. Our French Lardy Staunton originates from the classic model produced by the French Lardy Chess Company many years ago. The simple and handsome design has proven a favorite for generations of chess players. The pieces are beautifully shaped with simple detail that will withstand the wear and tear of regular use. This set features a 3.25” tall king with a base of 1.375”, an ideal set for casual games at home with family and friends. Pieces have green billiard cloth pads for a soft landing on the chess board and are nicely weighted for stability. The acacia has rich golden-brown colors and a beautiful grain while the ebonized boxwood is polished to a obsidian black luster. The pieces are hand polished and lacquered to a beautiful luster. We include a certificate of authenticity so you will always know what the chess set is, where it came from, and when it was made.
Our Walnut and Maple Deluxe Chess Board is made for us by Rechapados Ferrer in Spain, the manufacturer of the highest quality inlaid chess boards in the world. Made from premium grade walnut and maple veneer, the precision of the craftsmen inlay work is remarkable. The squares are 1.75" and the overall size of the board is 17.5" and .5" thick. A triple inlay delimiter accentuates the playing area from the extra wide frame that is the full width of a square. The board is sealed with a matte polyurethane finish that both protects and enhances the beauty of the wood.
The chess box is wonderfully constructed and reminiscent of the old heirloom quality chess boxes from many years ago. The box is covered in walnut veneer and the interior is lined with a thick green baize just like we use for the pads on our chess pieces. The box has a divider in the center for storing the black and white pieces separately. We used high quality recessed hinges and a brass plated lock for securing the lid. We include 2 keys in case one ever gets lost. The French Lardy continues to be one of the most popular chess sets ever made and is an excellent choice for your chess game.
Chess Pieces:
- Ebonized & Natural Boxwood
- Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel
- King Height: 3.25"
- King Base: 1.375"
- King Weight: 2 Ounces
- Chess Set Weight: 30 Ounces
- 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion
- Green Baize Pads
- Includes Certificate of Authenticity
Chess Board:
- Material: Walnut & Maple Veneer over Wood Composites
- Black Inlay Border Around Playing Area
- Matte Polyurethane Finish
- Square Size: 1.75"
- Overall Dimensions: 17.5" x 17.5" x .5"
- Pads on the bottom to protect the surface it sets on
Chess Box:
- Material: Walnut Veneers & Other Wood
- Finish: Satin Polyurethane
- Outside Dimensions: 8.375" x 5.625" x 3.75"
- Inside Dimension: 7.375" x 5.125" x 3.25" (.75" space above in lid)
- High Quality Hinges and Lock - Comes with 2 Keys
