A NetShops exclusive, the WorldWise Imports Ebony Flying Knight Chessmen Set on Black and Madrona Burl Board features a gorgeous board made in Spain with 2.2-inch black and madrona burl veneer squares. The beautiful chessmen are made in India, triple-weighted, and felted. Flying knight chessmen make this set special.
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 five inches tall with a base diameter of 1.8 inches. Board dimensions: 20.5L x 20.5W x 5H 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.
