Chess Set Essence
in Olive wood

Les Échiquiers du Roi are delighted to present the Essence Chess Set in Olive Wood, a rare creation that celebrates the purity of craftsmanship and the nobility of natural wood.

This model pays tribute to the very essence of chess: a dialogue between strength and delicacy, reflection and beauty. Olive wood—symbol of wisdom and peace—brings a luminous depth to the ensemble. Its golden, contrasting grain speaks of the slow growth of a Mediterranean tree shaped by sun and time. Each board becomes a singular, living, one-of-a-kind piece.

The pieces, hand-carved from light boxwood and deep ebony, embody the perfect balance between sobriety and power. Their matt finish, without varnish, lets the texture of the wood speak and offers an incomparable natural touch. Each figure is carefully weighted and felted for impeccable stability and fluid movement. The king, standing at 3.75 in (9.5 cm), rises with quiet authority in a harmonious composition where every detail is designed for precision and elegance.

The olive and black tulipwood board, with its discreet glow, completes the set. Reflections on the varnished wood mingle with the warmth of the grain, creating a play of light and shadow reminiscent of southern landscapes. Crafted in Europe to the highest artisanal standards, it showcases contemporary marquetry mastery: every square and every border invites contemplation.

Choosing the Essence Chess Set in Olive Wood is to choose rightness, slowness, essential beauty—where nature meets intelligence, designed to stand the test of time with the same serenity as the olive tree itself.

• Light Wood: Boxwood (Gardenia latifolia)
• Dark Wood: Ebony (Diospyros Ebenum)
• Dimensions (height, base):
  • King: 3.75 in (95 mm), 1.75 in (42 mm)
  • Queen: 3 in (77 mm), 1.5 in (37 mm)
  • Bishop: 2.75 in (67 mm), 1.5 in (35 mm)
  • Knight: 2.25 in (58 mm), 1.5 in (35 mm)
  • Rook: 2.25 in (54 mm), 1.5 in (35 mm)
  • Pawn: 1.75 in (45 mm), 1 in (28 mm)
• Finish:Matt, unvarnished
• Colours: Natural brown and beige
• Weight: 1.05 kg (2.31 lbs)
• Weighted and felted chess pieces for optimal playing comfort
• Included: 34 pieces, including 2 extra queens for pawn promotions

• Dimensions:9.8 x 7.1 x 3.9 in (25 x 18 x 10 cm)
• Material: Faux leather
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• Key feature: A perfect match for the set.
  

• Woods: Tulipwood (dark squares) and olive wood
• Colours: Natural olive wood (with visible grain) and black
• Overall board dimensions: 19.1 x 19.1 in (50 x 50 cm)
• Square size: 2 in (50 mm)
• Border width: 2 in (50 mm)
• Craftsmanship: Handcrafted Precision - This board is handcrafted in Europe using traditional methods and precision laser cutting for a clean, refined finish. The marquetry is flawless and the finish carefully executed.
• Finish: Varnished
• Brand: Part of the exclusive Les Échiquiers du Roi collection - an elegant screen print bearing the house name is applied.
• Felt backing: Yes

• 1 chessboard
• 34 chess pieces, including two extra queens
• Delivered in its Signature box, ideal for gifting. This chess set is assembled in France.
• 1 faux-leather chess box (optional)
• Delivery FREE in 2–4 days