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1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces - Distress Antiqued Boxwood & Ebonised Boxwood - 4.4" King
1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces - Distress Antiqued Boxwood & Ebonised Boxwood - 4.4" King
1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces in 4.4" king size are a precise reproduction of the widely popular BF-II series chessmen which rose to fame as it was one of the preferred sets of Mikhail Botvinnik.
Botvinnik Flohr series are quite popular amongst chess collectors and enthusiasts which had 2 variations which featured in Soviet Chess Tournaments of 1930's.
BF-II design was so popular that it of often referred to as the most important design of the Soviet Era and a highly prized design for the chess collectors.
These chessmen feature a distinct design profile which is typical of soviet chessmen. They have broad bases with very lean shanks, making for a distinct yet elegant appearance.
The chessmen play well on the chessboard with weight added at the base to increase its stability.
Knights have a handsome profiling with a well defined mane.
They make for a unique gift for a chess enthusiast or a beautiful additional to your chess collection.
| Chessmen Dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Height | Base | |
| King | 4.4" (112mm) | 1.7" (42mm) |
| Queen | 4.1" (105mm) | 1.5" (39mm) |
| Bishop | 3.5" (90mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Knight | 3.4" (87mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Rook | 2.6" (66mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Pawn | 2.4" (62mm) | 1.3" (33mm) |
| Wood Combination | Antiqued Boxwood / Ebonised Boxwood |
| Dark Chess Pieces | Ebonised Boxwood |
| Light Chess Pieces | Antiqued Boxwood |
| Recommended Square Size | 2.16" to 2.36" (55 mm to 60 mm ) |
| Total Weight Of Chess Pieces | 3.4 lbs (1560 grams) |
| Contains |
| 34 Chess pieces |
$309.00
1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces - Distress Antiqued Boxwood & Ebonised Boxwood - 4.4" King—
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1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces - Distress Antiqued Boxwood & Ebonised Boxwood - 4.4" King
1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces in 4.4" king size are a precise reproduction of the widely popular BF-II series chessmen which rose to fame as it was one of the preferred sets of Mikhail Botvinnik.
Botvinnik Flohr series are quite popular amongst chess collectors and enthusiasts which had 2 variations which featured in Soviet Chess Tournaments of 1930's.
BF-II design was so popular that it of often referred to as the most important design of the Soviet Era and a highly prized design for the chess collectors.
These chessmen feature a distinct design profile which is typical of soviet chessmen. They have broad bases with very lean shanks, making for a distinct yet elegant appearance.
The chessmen play well on the chessboard with weight added at the base to increase its stability.
Knights have a handsome profiling with a well defined mane.
They make for a unique gift for a chess enthusiast or a beautiful additional to your chess collection.
| Chessmen Dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Height | Base | |
| King | 4.4" (112mm) | 1.7" (42mm) |
| Queen | 4.1" (105mm) | 1.5" (39mm) |
| Bishop | 3.5" (90mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Knight | 3.4" (87mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Rook | 2.6" (66mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Pawn | 2.4" (62mm) | 1.3" (33mm) |
| Wood Combination | Antiqued Boxwood / Ebonised Boxwood |
| Dark Chess Pieces | Ebonised Boxwood |
| Light Chess Pieces | Antiqued Boxwood |
| Recommended Square Size | 2.16" to 2.36" (55 mm to 60 mm ) |
| Total Weight Of Chess Pieces | 3.4 lbs (1560 grams) |
| Contains |
| 34 Chess pieces |
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1935 Botvinnik Flohr-II Soviet Chess Pieces in 4.4" king size are a precise reproduction of the widely popular BF-II series chessmen which rose to fame as it was one of the preferred sets of Mikhail Botvinnik.
Botvinnik Flohr series are quite popular amongst chess collectors and enthusiasts which had 2 variations which featured in Soviet Chess Tournaments of 1930's.
BF-II design was so popular that it of often referred to as the most important design of the Soviet Era and a highly prized design for the chess collectors.
These chessmen feature a distinct design profile which is typical of soviet chessmen. They have broad bases with very lean shanks, making for a distinct yet elegant appearance.
The chessmen play well on the chessboard with weight added at the base to increase its stability.
Knights have a handsome profiling with a well defined mane.
They make for a unique gift for a chess enthusiast or a beautiful additional to your chess collection.
| Chessmen Dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Height | Base | |
| King | 4.4" (112mm) | 1.7" (42mm) |
| Queen | 4.1" (105mm) | 1.5" (39mm) |
| Bishop | 3.5" (90mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Knight | 3.4" (87mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Rook | 2.6" (66mm) | 1.5" (37mm) |
| Pawn | 2.4" (62mm) | 1.3" (33mm) |
| Wood Combination | Antiqued Boxwood / Ebonised Boxwood |
| Dark Chess Pieces | Ebonised Boxwood |
| Light Chess Pieces | Antiqued Boxwood |
| Recommended Square Size | 2.16" to 2.36" (55 mm to 60 mm ) |
| Total Weight Of Chess Pieces | 3.4 lbs (1560 grams) |
| Contains |
| 34 Chess pieces |
