Bring a new bit of elegance to your recreation time with the Classic Games Collection Inlaid Wood Chess Set. You can celebrate the long and storied history of this famous game in style as you pass along favorite secrets and strategies to your children. This classic wooden chess set boasts an adorned board consisting of 1-1/4 alternating squares that are large enough for easy viewing. The whole family can enjoy playing together. The pieces add another quality touch. Each chess piece is made of wood as well and they are each intricately hand-carved in the luxurious Staunton style. Standing at 2-1/2 tall the King piece gives the set even more of a majestic feel. When fully open the chessboard set measures 10-1/2 x 10-1/2 . This is a nice size for either a kitchen or den table yet convenient enough to take along when you travel. When you want to store it away for next time the chessboard set folds up quickly and neatly with a just close of the latch.