Unusual Handcrafted Wooden Travel Chess Set with Red & Black Board and Storage Case

A wonderfully quirky chess set with a character all of its own.

This unusual handcrafted set features a striking red-and-black chessboard housed inside a dark wooden case, with contrasting red and black carved heavy plastic playing pieces.

Rather than standing on the board in the traditional way, the pieces fit into small holes in the playing surface, giving the set a distinctive and rather charming appearance.

The case opens to reveal the playing board, with a red-lined lid and brass-coloured hinges and fastenings. The pieces have a rustic, handmade appearance that makes this a particularly interesting find.

The set shows signs of age and use, including wear to some of the pieces and playing surface, all of which contribute to its individual character.

A lovely gift for someone who enjoys unusual games, vintage curiosities or simply something a little different.

Details

• Wooden hand carved folding chess board with red-and-black playing surface

• Contrasting red and black pegged hand carved plastic chess pieces

• Pre-owned condition with visible signs of wear

• Price: £35

A one-of-a-kind find from Cambridge Chess Forum.