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Limited Edition Sets<br />

The Inspired by Staunton Collection<br />

A collection of <strong>the</strong> world’s most beautiful chess designs commissioned<br />

for <strong>the</strong> <strong>London</strong> <strong>Chess</strong> <strong>Centre</strong>. For <strong>the</strong> connoisseur, serious chess<br />

collector or a unique gift for one who appreciates <strong>the</strong> beauty of<br />

sculpture. These unique and innovative chess designs are all<br />

inspired by <strong>the</strong> original 19th century Staunton pattern.<br />

These limited edition chess sets are a collector’s dream. Created<br />

by one of <strong>the</strong> world's foremost designers of heirloom chess sets<br />

and hand carved by master craftsmen in Amritsar, <strong>the</strong> city of <strong>the</strong><br />

Golden Temple. Only 250 sets of each design have been produced.<br />

Each Inspired by Staunton TM set is supplied with a certificate of<br />

au<strong>the</strong>nticity. These chess sets will appreciate in value and what a<br />

beautiful heirloom to pass down <strong>the</strong> generations. The Inspired by Staunton TM<br />

collection are genuine Limited Edition sets and each design is registered with <strong>the</strong> UK Copyright<br />

Office. All chess sets on this page are supplied in a deluxe fitted coffer pictured above.<br />

ANDALUSIAN EBONY CHESS SET Inspired by Staunton<br />

EXCALIBUR - EBONY CHESS SET Inspired by Staunton<br />

The hand carved knights are<br />

captivating. Testimony to <strong>the</strong><br />

brilliant artisans of Amritsar.<br />

Visitors to <strong>the</strong> <strong>London</strong> <strong>Chess</strong><br />

<strong>Centre</strong> have been mesmerised<br />

by <strong>the</strong>ir beauty. The flowing<br />

mane is incredible! The facial<br />

expression, flared nostrils and<br />

even <strong>the</strong> teeth are amazingly<br />

detailed. £995<br />

King Height: 105 mm (4¼” )<br />

King Base Diameter: 45mm<br />

(1¾”) Materials Used:<br />

Ebony and Boxwood<br />

Registration number 325032 UK Copyright Office<br />

The hand carving and turning of<br />

this beautiful Ebony wood and<br />

Boxwood set boasts <strong>the</strong> most<br />

intricate detail. The knights in<br />

particular are meticulously<br />

precise and life-like. £895<br />

King Height: 105 mm (4¼” )<br />

King Base Diameter: 45mm<br />

(1¾”) Materials Used: Ebony<br />

and Boxwood<br />

Registration number 325036 UK Copyright Office<br />

page 8 TO ORDER 020 7288 1305 or 020 7486 7015

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