can you say classical? classical with a flair? then you can see this set! medieval times theme chess set is the word for a beautiful classically oriented and stunning all-round theme set! red and blue clear acrylic bases give each piece extra lustre and eye-candy value. also with providing the bust of these pieces the faces and distinctive features of each piece can be much larger and clearer! set in medieval times the kings are imposing figures in their crown and armor with the striking queen at their side in her jewels and coronet; the bishops look very much like authentic bishops with fine embroidered robes and distinctive headgear. then on to the knights; or shall we say horses? the portrait of these warhorses captures both the strength and intelligence of the horses that formed the core of medieval armies. the rooks could be nothing else; what but a castle to denote the strength and power of medieval countries and nations? and finally the one who bore the brunt of battle the heavily armored knight masquerades as the lowly pawn–i think i d think twice about the lowly part! with the blue pieces having blue acrylic bases blue motifs to each piece and some green as well; and the red pieces with red acrylic bases red motifs throughout the pieces and the addition of the royal purple–you are ready to venture into battle against all comers! each piece is a single-weighted plastic resin acrylic and hand-painted chessmen. dimensions: chess set pieces: 3-1/2″ king s; 1-1/8″ bases.
