Mark Antony Chess Pieces, Presentation Case & Italian Red Chess Board

Marcus Antonius (83 BC- 30 BC), known in English as Mark Antony or Anthony

The inspiration for this unique chess set came from a hero of Italian history known for his heroism and his love affair with the legendary Queen Cleopatra of Egypt, the design of the coins would remind you of the colonnade of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

Endorsed by renowned sculptor Avtarjeet Dhanjal and carved of precious heirloom woods.

Mark Antony, was a Roman politician and general. He was an important supporter and a loyal friend of Julius Caesar. After Caesar's death in October 41 BC, Antony invited Cleopatra the queen of Egypt to visit him; they formed an Alliance and became lovers. Later their love affair became the subject of many European plays, poems, and paintings. 

This unique set has a king size of 4" with 34 pieces including extra Queens 

 An Italian Luxury chess board with 2-inch squares very nicely coloured and decorated with a beautiful finish around the border. The effect of this Italian-made board is rich and lustrous.