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Isle of Lewis Pewter Chess Set
| The Isle of Lewis chess pieces in 100% lead-free pewter have gold and silver finishes. The King is 1-3/4" tall with a 3/4" base. These Romanesque visages are unique in the annals of Medieval Art. This Isle of Lewis chess set is a faithful reproduction of the world famous Isle of Lewis chess pieces on display in the British Museum. Matched with the prestige of our Gold & Black aluminum-topped chess board/cabinet this is a set you'll be as proud to display as play. |
(chess boards sold separately)
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Chess Set History
The Isle of Lewis (pronounced Lews) is in the northernmost of the Outer Hebrides - a barren,
windswept land of swamps, rocks and peat moss. The Island has a rich legacy of ghosts and Druid
spirits.
In the Spring of 1831, the sea eroded a sandbank on the Island's West coast at the South shore of Uig
Bay, uncovering a stone structure formed somewhat like a baking oven. This curious structure caught
the eye of a peasant. Upon looking inside the chamber he was he was astonished to see what he
concluded to be an collection of Gnomes and Elves.
The original chess set from the Isle of Lewis has 78 pieces in all, carved in Morse ivory (Walrus tusk)
which are thought to belong to eight or more incomplete chess sets. These Romanesque visages are
unique in the annals of Medieval Art. Nothing quite like them has been found before or since. There
seem to be no counterparts for the very simply adorned, compact, expressive figures with their strong,
forceful faces. Experts are unanimous in declaring them the most astonishing collection of ancient
chessmen in existence. The British Museum now houses 67 of these. The remainder are in the
Edinburgh National Museum.
Chess Men Specifications
Chess Board/Cabinet* Specifications
Chess Cabinet: (shown above)
Footed Chess Board: (shown above)
A 100% Satisfaction Guarantee comes with every Isle of Lewis chess set!
The Isle of Lewis (pronounced Lews) is in the northernmost of the Outer Hebrides - a barren,
windswept land of swamps, rocks and peat moss. The Island has a rich legacy of ghosts and Druid
spirits.
In the Spring of 1831, the sea eroded a sandbank on the Island's West coast at the South shore of Uig
Bay, uncovering a stone structure formed somewhat like a baking oven. This curious structure caught
the eye of a peasant. Upon looking inside the chamber he was he was astonished to see what he
concluded to be an collection of Gnomes and Elves.
The original chess set from the Isle of Lewis has 78 pieces in all, carved in Morse ivory (Walrus tusk)
which are thought to belong to eight or more incomplete chess sets. These Romanesque visages are
unique in the annals of Medieval Art. Nothing quite like them has been found before or since. There
seem to be no counterparts for the very simply adorned, compact, expressive figures with their strong,
forceful faces. Experts are unanimous in declaring them the most astonishing collection of ancient
chessmen in existence. The British Museum now houses 67 of these. The remainder are in the
Edinburgh National Museum.
Chess Men Specifications
- Chess men: (32) 16 gold finish & 16 silver (or pewter) finish
- Material: 100% lead-free pewter
- Set Weight: 4.5 lbs.
- King's height: 1-3/4" (actual size is 1.80")
- Base width: 3/4” (Recommended chess board square size: 1" or 1-1/4" squares)
- Extras: felt pads on the bottom to protect your chess board.
Chess Board/Cabinet* Specifications
Chess Cabinet: (shown above)
- 14"L X 14"W X 2"H with 1-1/4" squares
- Real wood, darkly stained and polished, and a brushed aluminum top playing surface with
black & gold squares - Doubles as a storage cabinet for all thirty-two chess pieces when not in play or on display
- Fits all our theme chess pieces between 1-3/4" & 2-3/4"
- Sold separately
Footed Chess Board: (shown above)
- 13"L X 13W" with 1-1/4" squares
- Real wood
- Sold separately
A 100% Satisfaction Guarantee comes with every Isle of Lewis chess set!
Questions? Call toll free: 877-265-6583. Mon - Sun, 9 AM - 9 PM EST
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