Description
In this 20 inch Sparta Chess Set Poseidon commands the board with Athena at his side. The Greek Gods are immortalised in this larger version of this stunning chess set. The pieces are beautifully finished and feel perfectly weight in the han, they come in golden & black colours, while the chess board is brown. The 21.5 inch board has a very luxurious pattern and feel, with the colours and detailing adding to the Greek theme. The lovely burned folding chess board made from beech and birch wood has an insert tray fitting the chessmen very well, which allows the chess pieces storage inside.
This is the perfect gift for anyone with an interest in Chess or Greek Mythology.
Size
CHESS PIECES
King: 3.74" x 1.18" / 9.5 x 3.0 cm
Queen: 3.66" x 1.18" / 9.3 x 3.0 cm
Rook: 2.7" x 1.18" / 6.9 x 3.0 cm
Bishop: 3.22" x 1.18" / 8.2 x 3.0 cm
Knight: 2.95" x 1.18" / 7.5 x 3.0 cm
Pawn: 2.44" x 0.9" / 6.2 x 2.3 cm
CHESS BOARD
When closed: 19.68" x 9.84" x 2.36" / 50 x 25 x 6 cm
When opened: 19.68" x 19.68" x 1.18" / 50 x 50 x 3 cm
Theo Lyons –
I was a bit worried when purchasing my first set for my new home. So I went based off reviews and was not disappointed. So far the few people that have come over have immediately challenged me to a game. Not because they are avid chess players, but because the set is so clean and nice looking and want to get their hands on it. Definitely a great purchase.
My only complaint, and it is hardly a complaint, is the lack of extra pieces it could have arrived with. There are none. So be careful if you have children running around cause if you lose a piece, you are kinda SOL.
Steve Morin –
Excellent, thoughtful craftsmanship. A pleasure to behold and touch. Lovely detail on the pieces, and they are nicely weighted. I chose this set over another because of the extra detail of the pieces and the board, and I’m glad I did. Every element adds interest. It is a delight.
David Harold –
I bought this chess board for my son for his December birthday. He is absolutely thrilled with it and so am I. He is 16 years old and when opening it he exclaimed, “Wow. This is the nicest chess set I have ever had.” The wood is beautiful, but soft. So do be careful, I can imagine it scratching easily. One feature I truly appreciate is the fact that the pieces have been carved ergonomically so as to fit perfectly in between one’s thumb and index finger when picking them up. I hope your family will enjoy your set as much as we are enjoying ours.
Fred –
I bought this as a present for my daughter, and we both love it. The pieces are stored within the board, and the board and pieces have very nice carvings. (Poland, where this board is from, specializes in intricate, artistic carvings.) The contrasting colors on the queen and king are a nice touch. I think the set is fairly priced for its quality.
Sarah –
We purchased this set for our 7 year old’s birthday. She loves chess and this is a perfect set to encourage her budding skills. First, it’s beautiful. Second, it folds so it takes up less space. Third, all the pieces fit inside!
Jamie –
I bought this set for a gift for a teenage boy. I actually bought this one and a travel set. My review is based on quailty vs. price, usability, and attractiveness of the set.
Pros – 1. – Very big (however, I could see this a con for some). Perfect for older people without the hand/eye control. Perfect for beginners, easy to see the board, the options, and strategy. 2. – Nice timeless details., with algebraic coordinates. 3. – Easy to store, would fit nicely in the board game cabinet without taking up any space. 4. Perfect for Greek mythology lover
Cons – 1. – For advertising such a beautiful set, the box it comes in is, very bland and looks like something I’d run across in the bargain stores. It truly hides the attractiveness of the game inside. I’m almost tempted to wrap the game outside the box because it is just that ugly.