The Chessmen
The House of Staunton is proud to offer the Grandmaster Series Chess set. It features a 4.0" King with a 1.625" diameter base. The Chess pieces are hand carved by our master artisans and crafted out of the highest grade woods. The Chess pieces are heavily weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads and a beautiful finish. These Chessmen have been designed for those players looking for exceptionally well-crafted wooden Chessmen at a very reasonable price. Designed by the Maestro, it is without a doubt the most attractive yet durable set available on the market at this price point. We at the House of Staunton understand that not everyone can afford one of our luxury Chess sets, so we proudly offer the Grandmaster Series Chessmen for your consideration - A high-quality wooden Chessmen at a reasonable price!
As with all of our Chess sets, the Grandmaster Series Chessmen exemplifies a perfect combination of distinct beauty and functionality. It has been designed to withstand the rigors of practical play while maintaining an elegance which has become the hallmark of a House of Staunton chess set. The design, quality and craftsmanship of this set is UNMATCHED by any set of Chessmen in its price range. Nothing even comes close!
The Chessmen are new and each set consists of 34 Chessmen, including four Queens, a standard that was introduced by The House of Staunton in 1993.
The Casket
Introducing the epitome of elegance and functionality in the world of chess – the Magnus Carlsen Signature Wood Chess Board. It represents the pinnacle of chess craftsmanship, endorsed by the World Chess Champion himself.
Crafted from premium Wenge and Maple, it is a true masterpiece, designed to elevate your chess-playing experience. It not only serves as the perfect battleground for your strategic duels but also exudes a sense of sophistication that complements any setting. Feel the quality beneath your fingertips as you make each move, knowing you are engaging with a chess board endorsed by former World Champion Magnus Carlsen.
What truly sets it apart is its ingenious internal foam storage compartments. Meticulously integrated into the chess board, these compartments are tailor-made to cradle and protect each chess piece, eliminating the need for a separate chess box! Bid farewell to the days of hunting for lost pieces or worrying about damage during storage – our foam compartments ensure your chess set remains in pristine condition, ready for your next match.
The casket features Magnus Carlsen’s signature silk screened on the h1 and a8 squares and on both sides of the casket.