A NetShops exclusive, the WorldWise Imports Sheesham Ebony Bridled Knight Jacques Set on Black and Madrona Burl Board features a gorgeous thin-framed board made in Spain of black and madrona burl veneer with two-inch squares. The chessmen are made in India, triple-weighted, and felted. This set includes double queens and bridled knight pieces.
The dark chessmen are made from solid ebony wood, a rare, dense, strong, and heavy hardwood that is difficult to carve, therefore only entrusted to the hands of master carvers. Ebony wood varies in color from red to black, with a rich variety of dark shades. The light chessmen are made from boxwood, a fine-grained hardwood with an ivory appearance and a natural luster. The king stands four inches tall with a base diameter of 1.7 inches. Board dimensions: 17.3L x 17.3W x 3.75H inches.
WorldWise Imports has created a unique line of chess sets that combine wood boards and men ready for display and sale in presentation boxes. These sets range from moderate to high-end in a variety of sizes and styles. In addition to chess, WorldWise Imports carries traditional games such as Go, Sudoku, Cribbage, Mah Jongg, party games, and a wide variety of home gambling items and accessories.