Chess set - Luxury Nácar - Mother-of-pearl, lacquered wood

Mother-of-Pearl Chess

This mother-of-pearl and wood chess set is a true work of art, combining the warmth of fine wood with the elegant, iridescent shimmer of mother-of-pearl.

The board is the main visual highlight. It is built on a base of heavy, fine wood, providing durability and a deep, dark background. The light squares are finely inlaid with thin pieces of natural mother-of-pearl, a material extracted from the inner layer of certain seashells that shimmers with iridescent reflections in pearl white, silver, soft pink, and subtle greenish or bluish glints, depending on how the light falls on it.

The pieces are masterfully hand-carved. The dark pieces are made of dense wood with a polished finish, while the light pieces are made of boxwood and follow the Staunton pattern, with mother-of-pearl inlays on their crowns and bases, creating perfect visual harmony with the board.
Special mention should be made of the knights, with mother-of-pearl inlays in their eyes.

The pieces are stored in compartments inside the board and protected by red velvet lids.

When playing, you can appreciate a fascinating contrast of textures: the warm, smooth feel of the wood contrasts with the cool, silky, slightly textured feel of the mother-of-pearl.

In short, this is a truly luxurious chess set that, with its shimmering details, will leave no one indifferent.

It will be shipped in suitable packaging to protect it during transit, via CATAWIKI’s smart shipping service.