Mordovian Latvian Soviet Reproduction Chess Pieces - Ebonized Boxwood - 4.15" King
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These reproduction Mordovian chessmen come as a set of 34 with extra queens. This famous Soviet design was modeled after one of the favorite designs of "The Magician from Riga", Soviet Grandmaster Mikhail Tal – which is why the set is sometimes confusingly called the ‘Latvian’ set. This Cold War era style experienced renewed fame by its use in the Netflix mini-series, The Queen's Gambit, in the 7th episode where Beth faces off against Borgov.
These pieces have a unique form with slim sloping stems into a wide stable weighted base. The contrast to a traditional staunton design is both appealing and refreshing. No wonder it is one of the most popular Soviet Russian designs.
Dimensions
| Piece | Height | Base |
| King | 4.15" (105mm) | 1.7" (44mm) |
| Queen | 3.3" (84mm) | 1.6" (41mm) |
| Bishop | 3.0" (76mm) | 1.5" (38mm) |
| Knight | 2.7" (68mm) | 1.5" (38mm) |
| Rook | 2.3" (58mm) | 1.5" (38mm) |
| Pawn | 1.8" (46mm) | 1.3" (33mm) |
Details
| Dark Pieces | Ebonized Boxwood |
| Light Pieces |
Boxwood |
| Recommended Square Size | 2.16" to 2.36" (55mm to 60mm) |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs (1140 grams) |
| Extra Queens | YES |
