Italian chess pieces templars+chess board leatherette gold/black 33

Chess set by the world-renowned Italian brand Italfama. The chessboard is made of eco-leather and wood. Dimensions: 33 x 33 x 1.5 cm, square size: 3.5 cm. The pieces are made of polyresin. Hand-painted details make each piece unique. King height: 8.5 cm, base diameter: 2.5 cm. One of the most captivating and mysterious periods in history was the era of the Crusades to the Holy Land in the Middle East. During this turbulent time, the secret and enigmatic Order of the Knights Templar was born. One of the longest-surviving secret orders in history, the Templars were founded to protect Christian pilgrims on their sacred journey to Jerusalem. It is also said that they discovered the Holy Grail—the legendary chalice that held the blood of Christ. The talented chess artisans of Italfama in Florence, Italy, have created not only this incredible Templar knight set but also a beautifully carved chessboard made from high-quality rubberwood with stunning detailing.