Baku Soviet Reproduction Chess Set
Violet Crown Chess is proud to offer the Baku Soviet Reproduction Chess Set. This is full club-size chess set featuring a 4.4" King height with a 1.6" diameter base. This set comes complete with 34 pieces including extra Queens. The chess pieces are hand-carved by our master artisans from the highest quality wood. These pieces are heavily weighted, beautifully antiqued, and completed with a glossy lacquer finish.
This set is paired with a Barcelona Deluxe Chess Board in either Walnut or Wengue. Made in Barcelona by Rachapados Ferrer, this veneer board features 55mm squares and a square size boarder. It easily accommodates most 3.75"-4.2" Kings, making it ideal for competition or home display.
1961 Soviet Championship held in Baku, this set features a unique sleek piece style with a wide extruding base. The hand-carved knights are charming to look at and hold, while the bishops are turned beautifully.
Dimensions
| Piece | Height | Base |
| King | 4.4" (112mm) | 1.6" (42mm) |
| Queen | 3.5" (90mm) | 1.5" (39mm) |
| Bishop | 3.4" (86mm) | 1.4" (37mm) |
| Knight | 3.3" (86mm) | 1.4" (37mm) |
| Rook | 2.7" (71mm) | 1.4" (37mm) |
| Pawn | 2.4" (63mm) | 1.3" (33mm) |
Details
| Dark Pieces | Ebonized Boxwood |
| Light Pieces |
Antiqued Boxwood |
| Finish | Lacquer |
| Recommended Square Size | 2.16" to 2.36" (55mm to 60mm) |
| Weight | 3.5 lbs (1520 grams) |
| Extra Queens | YES |
