1830 Dublin Style Reproduced Historical Chess Set – 3.75″ King Height in Distressed Boxwood & Ebonised Boxwood

Product Description

AntiqueChessCrafts proud to offer-The Antique tournament Size Dublin Style Chessmen we are discussing are replica pieces crafted in our manufacturing facility, designed to mirror a classic style from the early to mid-Victorian era, specifically around the late 1830s. Below is a summary of these reproduced chessmen based on the information you’ve shared
Victorian Era: These chess sets were produced in the late 1830s, during the early to mid-Victorian era—a time marked by ornate and varied chess piece designs, prior to the establishment of the Staunton set as the norm.

English Playing Sets: The Dublin Style Chessmen belong to the category of English Playing sets, which also features other distinguished designs such as Saint George, Lund, and Calvert. These sets were popular among chess players before the Staunton design became prevalent after 1849.

Association with the Dublin Style Chess Club:

The Dublin Style Chessmen were likely created for the Dublin Style Chess Club in the late 1830s, adding historical significance by linking the pieces to one of the early prominent chess organizations.

Manufacturing Context:

Quality of Craftsmanship: The design and craftsmanship of these reproductions aim to capture the aesthetic of sets produced by well-known manufacturers of the time, such as Dixon, Thomas and William Lund, John Calvert, George Merrifield, and John Jaques.

Northern Upright Style: The design of the Dublin Style Chessmen is inspired by the Northern Upright sets created by the John Jaques firm, which was renowned for its high-quality chess pieces.

Height Base
King 3.75″ (95mm) 1.57″ (40mm)
Queen 3.14″ (80mm) 1.4″ (36mm)
Bishop 2.67″ (68mm) 1.25″ (32mm)
Knight 2.36″ (60mm) 1.25″ (32mm)
Rook 2.0″ (52mm) 1.25″ (32mm)
Pawn 1.1″ (46mm) 1.14″ (28mm)

Wood Combination Distressed Boxwood & Ebonised Boxwood
Dark Chess Pieces Ebonised Boxwood
Light Chess Pieces Distressed Boxwood

Weight : 2.42 lbs (1100 grams)
Recommended Square Size 1.96″ to 2.36″ (50 mm to 55 mm)

Contains
34 Chess pieces, including 2 Additional Queens (for Pawn Promotion)
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If you are not satisfied with the product, you may return it within 30 days of receipt.