Greek Mythology Chess Set - Turquoise & Brass Board Inlaid Wooden Case
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Product Details
GREECE
This handmade luxury chess set is sure to become a family heirloom. The hand cast brass 3 inch chessmen feature Greek Gods and Goddess. They are hand painted in blue or brown and polished to create an antique patina. The chessmen store inside the wooden storage case that features a blue and brass chessboard that is 13 inches square and 2 1/2 inches tall. This splendid chess set is a clever way for parent and child come together in play. This intellectual ritual can be passed down from generation to generation.
The Legend
A glorious city was the bone of contention between two powerful gods. The God of the Sea, Poseidon and Goddess of Wisdom, Athena, each one wanted the city to be named after themselves. The divine conflict was fierce so Zeus declared that each god had to make an offer to the citizens. Poseidon lifted his trident and struck the rock of the Acropolis where sea water burst out. “It will warn you for upcoming storms. Your city will conquer the seas”, he said. Athena knelt and touched the ground where an olive tree started to grow. “For food, oil, wood and light. Your city will become the symbol of civilization”. Despite the rage of Poseidon, Athena’s gift was preferred and ever since the city is called Athens.
The Chessmen
Greek sculptors loved to recreate this divine conflict through their art. The King is a replica of the famous statue “Poseidon of Melos” (2nd cent. B.C.), and the Queen represents the glorious “Athena Promachos” (450 B.C., Acropolis Museum). A bronze Hellenistic statue has inspired the Bishop and the Knight is a part of the marble facade of Parthenon sculptured by Pheidias. The castle is a reproduction of one of the most admirable Attic stele devoted to young Aristion who died in battle. Finally, the Pawn is a bronze statue of a fully armed warrior in 500 B.C.Includes:
- Brass chess board inlaid in wooden case with storage - Antique Turquoise
- Greek Mythology Chessmen - Gold & Silver
Size: 13 x 13 x 2.5 inches
