{"product_id":"the-1849-original-staunton-ebony-and-palisander-luxury-chess-set-with-cabinet","title":"The 1849 Original Staunton Ebony and Palisander Luxury Chess Set with Cabinet","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpertly carved from ebony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad 5cm bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImperious 11.2cm tall king.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfectly weighted and felted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully crafted 59.9cm chessboard from Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuxury chess piece cabinet in mahogany.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen flock lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass hinges, lock and key.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLuxurious 1849 Reproduction Staunton chess set with 4.4-inch ebony king, matched with a stunning Spanish mongoy palisander chessboard and mahogany case, crafted for elegance, play, and legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4.4 inches, the king is a stately figure with his intricate finial and double banding on his collar. He, along with his supporting army, is perfectly weighted for balance, and billiard cloth covers their bases to protect your board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will notice that the kings in this set are branded at the base with the words “Staunton 1849”. These ebony reproduction pieces also bear the original markings of the king's crown on one black knight, one black rook, one white knight and one white rook, and, as we know, these pieces will sit on the king's flank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe grade of ebony and boxwood used to create it makes this set not only an enviable acquisition but also a fantastic investment and stunning heirloom for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese lovely chessmen have been matched with this extra-large, high-quality mongoy palisander (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Rosewood\"\u003eRosewood\u003c\/a\u003e) and maple veneer chessboard. Produced in Spain by one of the world's most prestigious manufacturers, the deepest red grain of this particular type of rosewood is magnificent; the attention to detail and meticulous edging are superb. Finished in an eggshell low sheen lacquer, this board is perfect for these larger chess pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can bear to put your pieces away whilst not in use, this beautifully made chess piece case is the perfect accompaniment to this luxury set. Crafted from mahogany, this beautiful box has deep reddish hues, which are complemented by the brass hinges and lock. The interior is fully lined with green flocking to protect your prize pieces when not in play. It is important to note that they will only fit lying down, which is quite normal. Wooden pieces are hardwood and will come to no harm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Regency Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003703832918,"sku":"RCPB534","price":1030.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/5166\/0118\/files\/RCPB534.jpg?v=1736748327","url":"https:\/\/regencychess.ie\/en-us\/products\/the-1849-original-staunton-ebony-and-palisander-luxury-chess-set-with-cabinet","provider":"The Regency Chess Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}