Handmade Mao Zedong chess pieces

Mao Zedong (Tse-Tung) was a Chinese politician, communist leader, head of the political bureau since 1943, and Chairman of the Political Committee of the Communist Party of China. To this day, his figure remains controversial — some perceive him as a revolutionary, while others criticize, among other things, his cooling of political relations with Russia (USSR). He was so controversial that after his death, his approach to political and economic governance of China was changed.

Elite Chess Game

Decorative chess sets have always been symbols of elitism. Today, the beautiful, hand-painted Italfama chess sets, on one hand, refer to tradition, and on the other, emphasize the modern character of Italian chess.

Chess is a game known worldwide, in every culture and civilization. It was created around the 5th-6th century AD, most likely in India, although there are hypotheses about its origins in China. It is generally accepted that the creators of today’s rules of the game are the Persians. The word 'chess' comes from Persian, where 'shah mat' means 'the king is surrounded'.

Chess made from the highest quality materials

Luxury chess sets are a specialty of the Italian manufacturer Italfama. This family business has been creating chess sets for the most demanding players and collectors for several decades. During this period of development, it has won the hearts of many chess enthusiasts around the world.

Italfama is known for using only high-quality materials:

• boxwood, rhodonite wood known for its incredible grain, rosewood, bronze, alabaster, and even onyx, silver, and gold!
• Italfama’s artists combine these materials with excellent craftsmanship, creating chess accessories that can be passed down from generation to generation.
• Hand-painted resin chess sets will perfectly complement Italfama’s wooden boards

The growing interest in chess, which for centuries was an entirely elitist game, and the emergence of international competitions, required standardization, or at least similarity, of the appearance of chess pieces. The conventions established at the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries now have their variations in the form of pieces made from unusual materials. Moreover, Italfama sometimes breaks conventions — in sets styled in French, Oriental, or English styles, they manage to combine tradition with modernity.

Manufacturer

Italfama

Model

R73985

Materials

painted resin

Piece dimensions

king - height 8 cm

Processing time

depending on stock availability from the manufacturer

Shipping/Gift

upon request, shipping to the specified address in an elegant gift box, with the option to include a card with a dedication or wishes

Engraving/Embossing

upon request, engraving or embossing of any text, dedication, or initials