Greek Mythology Chess Pieces
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Made in Greece by famous traditional game manufacturers, Manopoulos. This is a gorgeous set of blue and bronzed metal chess pieces inspired by Greek Mythology.
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 and the Pawn is a bronze statue of a fully armed warrior in 500 B.C.
BRAND
MANOPOULOS
ORIGIN
GREECE
SIZE
6.5CM
WEIGHT
1.4KG
Founded by 1968 by Costas Manopoulos and inspired by his father's love and passion for games. Greek company Manopoulos are renowned worldwide as producers exquisitely crafted classic board game sets. With inspiration derived from detail from natural materials and unparalleled attention to detail, Manopoulos is a family business with a rich heritage and a proud history.
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