ITALIAN SET CHESS PIECES RESIN ROBIN HOOD+CHESS BOARD WOOD EBONY 40

Chess by the world-renowned Italian brand Italfama. The board is made of wood. Board dimensions: 40 x 40 x 1.2 cm. Square size: 3.8 cm. Pieces from the Robin Hood collection are made of polystone. King height: 8 cm, base diameter: 2.5 cm, weight: 24 g. Pawn height: 70 mm, pawn weight: 20 g, base diameter: 25 mm. HISTORY Traditionally depicted in a green Lincolnshire outfit, Robin Hood is known in English folklore as a heroic outlaw who stole from the rich to give to the poor. Together with his band of Merry Men, Robin Hood became a popular figure in the late Middle Ages and remains widely featured in films, television, and literature. PIECES Romantically portrayed in the "Errol Flynn" style, King Robin Hood in this set is masterfully detailed with his bow, quiver, and sword. He even holds a dagger tucked into his belt. Marian stands beside him in a long white gown, while the fierce King John watches over. The bishop is Friar Tuck, humorously depicted with a staff, a mug of ale in hand, and a lamb at his feet. The Merry Men and castle guards serve as knights and pawns. The rooks are beautifully designed as trees with small hidden homes for the Sherwood Forest folk or as majestic castles for King John. Each piece is a work of art.