From the workshop of Italfama in Florence, Italy, comes this elegant chess set package including their Contemporary Solid Brass Chessmen matched with their Tuscan Marble Chess Case. This exquisite chess set is one of their most creative and innovative works of chess art invoking a contemporary style while holding to traditional features so that the pieces are easily recognized for what they are when playing. The sleek and elegant profile is consistently captured on each piece creating a cohesive design from pawn to king. The king is 6.8 cm (approx. 2.6") tall and has a base diameter of 2.4 cm (approx. 1"). The pieces have a are made from solid brass and are extraordinarily heavy for such a sleek design with the complete set weighing over 5 pounds.
The chess case is beautifully designed and skillfully constructed by the craftsmen of Italfama and compliments the richness of the brass pieces . The case features a solid fruit hardwood frame with an elegant molded profile surrounding a beautiful brown and white Tuscan marble chess board on top. It has a single drawer with two compartments for storing the chess pieces when you want to put them away. Large round legs elevate the case highlighting every aspect of its elegant shape and design. The brown squares of the Tuscan marble chess board are a mix of brown colors intermingled with darker veins creating unique and colorful patterns. The squares are 1.75" with an overall size of 18.1" and stands 4.25" tall. This unique chess set will add enjoyment and interest to every game you play and look beautiful displayed in your home.
Chess Pieces:
- Material: Solid Brass
- King Height: 2.6"
- King Base: 1"
- Chess Set Weight: ~5 Lbs.
- Felt Pads
- Comes packaged in Italfama green and gold fancy cardboard box.
- Made in Italy
Chess Case:
- Material: Tuscan Marble, Fruit hardwood, and other wood materials
- Overall Dimensions: 18.125" x 4.25" Tall
- Drawer Inside Dimensions: 9.25" Wide x 13.375" Long x 1.375" Tall
- Chess Board Size: 14.375"
- Square Size 1.75"
- Weight: 10 Lbs.
- Made in Italy