Chetak Staunton Chess Set with Padauk Boxwood Pieces 425 King

This elegant chess set is named after Maharana Pratap's famous Arabian stallion for which he rode during the famous battle of Haldighati. Chetak was killed during the battle and was immortalized forever in the legend of the battle. Pieces are made from padauk and boxwood and are heavily weighgted to provide exceptional stability on the chess board. The knight is beautifully carved with realistic features and detail that only the most skilled carvers in the world can accurately carve and replicate from piece to piece. All of the pieces are beautifully shaped with a unique and elegant profile that creates a coherent pattern from pawn to king. The lathe work is simply extraordinary. This set is made from genuine ebony and boxwood and the pieces are heavily weighted for for exceptional stability on the chess board.The Chetak is a large set with a king that is 4.25 tall and a base of 1.875. The king features a highly ornate finial that is unique from any other chess set in our collection. The pieces have thick green baize pads so you can slide your pieces across the board or sit down softly. We include an extra queen for each color for pawn promotion and a certificate of authenticity so you will always know what the chess set name is, the type of wood, the year it was made, and where it came from. Whether you are a collector or looking for your one special chess set, you will be thoroughly pleased with Marengo!Chess Set Features Padauk Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height 4.25 King Base 1.875 King Weight 4.2 Ounces Chess Set Weight 81 Ounces 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size 2.375 2.5 Squares chessboard is not included

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