Lewis Chessmen Replica Chess set and Board - Antique Aged Metallic Effect with Two Extra Queens - Made to order
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Step back in time and embrace the rich history of chess with our exquisite Lewis Chessmen set. Inspired by the ancient Norse culture, these captivating chess pieces are meticulously crafted replicas of the iconic 12th-century originals.
Each piece is intricately carved showcasing the craftsmanship of the artisans who bring these historical treasures to life. The attention to detail is impeccable, from the expressive facial features to the intricate clothing and weaponry.
The Lewis Chessmen set features a distinctive design with distinct character traits. The kings and queens are adorned with regal crowns, while the bishops hold their croziers with solemn grace. The knights on their distinctive horses exude an air of power and elegance. The rooks stand tall and imposing, while the pawns depict the determined foot soldiers.
This set comes with a beautifully crafted board, reflecting the ancient style with its checkered squares and intricate border patterns. The board provides a stable and sturdy playing surface. This chess set is perfect for both display and gameplay.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a chess aficionado, or simply captivated by the allure of the past, our Lewis Chessmen set offers a remarkable opportunity to own a piece of cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in the ancient game and relish the sense of connection to a bygone era as you strategize and outwit your opponent with these timeless treasures.
This is a custom made true to life replica heritage collection of the 12th Century designed Lewis Chessmen complete with a beautiful York Rose Gothic Motif Chess Board with Engraved Border (45cm x 45cm with 5cm Squares) . This set comes with two extra Lewis Queens from the Scottish Lewis Collection.
This collection of Lewis chessmen is larger than the typical Lewis sets that are sold and is a replica of the original set as opposed to the more commonly available set which was made from artists impressions. This set has been made from laser scanned copies of the originals.
The York Rose design was adopted in the 14th century as an heraldic symbol of the royal House of York which alongside the beautiful flowing engraved border gives this board a deep Gothic yet Renaissance feel and sits very comfortably between the two genres.
The board itself measures around 45cm x 45cm (17.5 inches) and is around 3.5cm thick with 5cm squares (aprox) making this an impressively sized board and a perfect fit for most of (but not all of) the chess sets available here.
This special metallic aged effect Lewis chess set is not the same as the Lewis chess sets that are commonly sold. This chess set is larger and is a true to life copy of the original pieces that are housed in both the British & Scottish Museums.
If like me you have obsessed about the Lewis Chessmen for most of your life, this is the set for you. The feel and presence while playing with the set is a total experience in itself. This is a close as a person can get to playing with the actual Lewis Chessmen. It's amazing!
This set is a combination of some of the pieces from both the Scottish & British museums and represents and attempt to unite the pieces and make them accessible as a functional Chess set.
The pieces are taken from the laser scanned originals.
This set consists of the following individual/separate pieces 2 kings, 2 queens, 4 bishops , 4 knights, 4 rooks and two sets of pawns and is arguably the most complete replica set available today.
The original Lewis chessmen were made in the 12th century by Norwegian craftsmen and hidden by Nordic traders on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland where they lay undetected until 1831 when they were discovered by a local farmer.
The chess pieces are lovingly decorated to create a soft warm metallic aged effect in keeping with the character of the old chess set, and which represents many hours of dedicated work.
Never before has a Chess set courted so much controversy and intrigue. As the story (or at least one of them) goes, At some point during the 12th Century a Nordic ship was sheltering from a storm in a sheltered bay off the Isle of Lewis. Onboard the ship an imprisoned cabin boy seizes his chance to escape, sneaks into the Captain’s cabin and steals a bag containing at least 128 carved walrus pieces and swims ashore but is spotted by a robber, who murders him and steals the Lewis chessmen. The murderer disposes of the body in a grave, buries the walrus tusk chess pieces in a secret location (still unknown) and leaves planning to return at a later date to collect his loot. He travels to the port of Stornoway, and while there is arrested and sentenced to death. Whilst awaiting execution for the as yet unknown crime he confesses to killing the cabin boy and burying him on the island.
Fast forward around 600 years to 1831 when one day a herdsman’s cow pops its head into a nearby sandbank and pulls out 92 of the Lewis chess pieces. The herdsman then sells the find to a Captain Pyrie, who travels to Edinburgh and sells it to a Mr Forrest who in turn sells 82 of the pieces to the British Museum; the remaining eleven Lewis Chessmen, he sells to a certain Mr Sharpe, who then sells them to the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland.
There are so many legends, myths and mysteries to the iconic chessmen that having them in your hand is something very special indeed.
The tallest piece (The Lewis King) is 9 cm’s tall with a 5 cm base making this a very substantial collection of chessmen.
The pieces are made from reconstructed stone and come with high grade felt bases attached as standard.
With so many positives to playing chess it is hardly surprising that so many more people are making playing chess a part of their daily lives, so why not take the plunge and do it in style with a beautiful handmade chess set from MourneStudios.
This chess set is beautifully rendered and is a great addition to any chess collection.
Treat your Chess Set with tender loving care for a lifetimes worth of enjoyment.
Pieces can chip or break if dropped or treated roughly.At Mournestudios all boards and pieces are bespoke and are custom made just for you.
I am happy to offer custom colours on all of my work, so if you see a chess set or board in my shop that you like the colours of and would like those on your new set as opposed to the colours advertised, then simply leave me a message at check out and I will get back to confirm your choices.
If you have a colour that I don't currently stock, I'm also happy to see if I can find it for you.
All of the Chess pieces here at
*Mournestudios are are intended for collectors of 14 years of age and above and are not considered as toys within the EU Toy safety Directive (as referred to in Article 2(1)).
Thanks for looking! Adam
Why not watch my interview on the pintswithjack podcast on youtube were i discuss my work and my interest in CS Lewis.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NNJ-i00hww
It was a great chat and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a MourneStudios Chess set?
Each Chess set that I produce is made from the highest quality materials with additional enhancements added to strengthen them.
Each piece is individually hand painted and unique to you.
I offer a diverse range of Chess sets to suit the needs of every player and ensure that all items go through a rigorous quality assurance process before their final dispatch.
With so many happy customers who have kindly left me so many positive reviews, you can rest assured that your chosen chess set will be something special.
In Ireland and more specifically within my family, we have a long tradition of producing high quality Arts & Crafts that has been handed down over the years,and that ethos and commitment to quality is ever present in my work.
What happens if my parcel is delayed due to postal issues?
Unfortunately once an item has been dispatched I have little or no control over what happens on it's journey to you.
All of my items are now sent with full tracking provided which will help with resolving any postal issues in the unlikely event that something goes wrong (delays, customs hold ups etc).
I'm always happy to step in and help you resolve the issue.
Custom and personalised orders
Absolutely yes. Any of the chess sets sold are available in a variety of colours. Details available on request.
All sets are personalised by default and carry the customers initials on the base of a number of pieces.
What I expect when I buy something from you?
What you can expect from MourneStudios is to be kept updated with the process of making, and dispatching etc.
I will always be honest and give you realistic time frames for the completion of your purchase and will stay in touch throughout the whole process and beyond.
It is my personal goal to ensure that every customer is more than happy with both the art works that I offer and the level of service I provide.
My vision for MourneStudios is that I am able to grow my business into a long term venture offering a diverse and eclectic mixture of hand crafted works and in order to do that I will be going to extra mile for all of my customers.
What are your Chess pieces made from
All of the chess sets that are for sale here at MourneStudios are made from reconstructed stone (Alabaster, Gypsum etc) and are further enhanced with an acrylic polymer for strength.
As an Artist and Maker, I have always been very particular about the materials that I use. It is important to me that the materials are ethically sourced and have as little impact on the environment as is possible. For that reason I do not use any polyurethane or Polyester resins in my work.
Apart from the harmful effects that plastic has on our environment, I find that Chess pieces made from natural materials are much more welcoming to the touch, which makes for a more enjoyable Chess experience.
Do all of your chess pieces have felt bases?
Yes!! All chess pieces come with high quality felt bases as standard, However, not everybody wants their chess pieces with felt bases as it removes the sound of the piece touching the board, and if you would rather not have felt bases added we are more than happy to accommodate.
If that's you, simply add a note at checkout to say that you would rather not have the bases and I shall make it so.
It says that my order will be ready to ship in 4-6 weeks. Is this always the case?
In most cases your order will be ready much sooner than that, however it depends on how many orders we are working on at that time.
4-6 weeks is the maximum time that an order should take but I do aim to have your order ready much sooner if it is at all possible.
If you need your order to be ready by a particular date and you drop me a message to let us know beforehand, I will do My best to accommodate you and will let you know before you place your order if that date is possible from my end of things.
How well packed will my order be?
Very well packed indeed. We want to you get your order in the condition that it leaves our studio.
Each chess piece will be individually wrapped in bubble wrap and placed in a thick cardboard box with plenty of extra packing to ensure that it absorbs any bumps along the way.
If your order does not arrive in perfect condition I will replace any of the broken items at no cost to yourself (including postage and packing).
It is my goal here at MourneStudios to ensure that you are more than happy with your order and will do whatever I can to make sure that that happens.
How durable are your chess sets?
Whilst the stone casting material that I use is very robust, and is further enhanced with an acrylic polymer to strengthen it, care should always be taken when handling chess pieces due to the nature of their shapes.
The chess set is a collection of castings and if handled with care will last a lifetime and beyond, however as with all earthenware they are not impervious to wear and tear and can break or chip if bumped or dropped onto a tiled floor for example.
As a general and by no means comprehensive guide, these pieces should be handled in the same way that one would handle all earthenware or pottery.
Custom and personalised orders
A variety of colour options are available. If you have a custom request I will gladly work with you to source the colours that you want.
I really do want you to have the best customer experience you can with MourneStudios. I'm really are here to help.
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Apr 5, 2023
Awesome chess replica. Very good quality. I love it! Thank you so much!!!
Sergio
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