{"title":"Ornate Chess Pieces","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"contemporary-series-ebonised-chess-pieces-375-inches","title":"Contemporary Series Ebonized Chess Pieces - 3.7 Inches","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpertly crafted in boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEbonized finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3.7-inch tall king.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeighted and felted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfect for a 17.7-inch chess board.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMany of the Regency ornate chess pieces stand out because of the additions our designers and craftsmen have made. Our Contemporary Series, though, is defined by its commitment to stripping back detail to create bold, confident pieces that belie the ancient traditions of the game they represent.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe king is the best example of this, differing from the queen by merely a small yet imposing crown.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ebonized boxwood on the darker pieces is hand-polished to ensure a sharp finish, while the lighter pieces are carved from graded boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChess boards of 18 inches (17.7 inches) or more are the best suited to accommodate these pieces. The Contemporary Series chess pieces sit definitively on large bases that are covered with protective felt. 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