Handmade Water and Fire chess pieces

Two contrasting elements have inspired the latest collection of hand-painted resin pieces by the Italian manufacturer Italfama. The beautiful design of the 'Water and Fire' set references a fairy-tale world and mythical gods.

The History of Chess

Chess is a game known worldwide, across every culture and civilization. It originated around the 5th-6th century AD, most likely in India, although there are hypotheses about its origins in China. It is generally believed that the creators of the modern rules were the Persians. The word 'chess' is derived from the Persian word for 'king,' and phonetically, 'checkmate' means 'the king is surrounded' in Persian.

Chess made from the highest quality materials

Handcrafted chess pieces are a specialty of the Italian manufacturer Italfama. This family-owned company has been creating chess sets for the most demanding players and collectors for several decades. Over this period, it has won the hearts of many chess enthusiasts around the world.

Italfama is known for using only high-quality materials:

• boxwood, rhododendron wood known for its incredible grain, rosewood, bronze, alabaster, and even onyx, silver, and gold!
• Italfama's artisans combine these materials with excellent craftsmanship, creating chess accessories that can be passed down through generations.
• Hand-painted resin chess sets will beautifully complement Italfama's wooden boards.

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

A jewel among these chess collections are sets inspired by history and fairy tales.

Manufacturer

Italfama

Model

R71504

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