A distinctive Leningrad chessmen set comprising
34 core-weighted pieces, including an additional queen for each side,
with protective felted bases and the pattern’s characteristic arched
knight profile.
Chessmen
34 pieces
Includes two additional queens
Pattern
Leningrad
Eastern European-inspired design
Construction
Core weighted
Stable and balanced playing feel
Bases
Felted
Protects the playing surface
Knight Design
Arched profile
Distinctive carved detailing
Use
Play & display
Practical and decorative
Set Features
Recognisable Leningrad-style design with tall, elegant forms and
clearly differentiated chessmen
Distinctive knights with arched necks and expressive carved profiles
Core-weighted construction provides improved stability and a
reassuring playing feel
Felted bases encourage smooth movement while helping to protect the
chessboard
Complete 34-piece collection with an additional queen for each side
Clear piece recognition makes the set suitable for regular gameplay
Decorative character gives the chessmen a strong presence when
displayed
A popular alternative to more conventional Victorian-style Staunton
designs
Distinctive Form with Practical Playability
The Leningrad pattern offers a recognisable interpretation of the
traditional Staunton format, combining clear piece identification with
greater visual drama. Its most characteristic feature is the knight,
whose arched neck and sculpted profile give the set a strong Eastern
European identity. Core weighting adds stability during play, while the
felted bases provide smooth movement and protect polished wooden
chessboards. The result is a set equally suited to regular use and
decorative display.
Official Staunton Heritage Collection
Read About the Leningrad Chessmen and Their History
Explore the Eastern European chess culture, functional design
philosophy and distinctive craftsmanship associated with the Leningrad
pattern. Our dedicated heritage guide examines its Soviet-era
influences, its dramatic carved knight and the qualities that continue
to make these chessmen popular with players and collectors.
Craftsmanship note:
these are modern handcrafted chessmen inspired by Eastern European design
traditions. Repeatable shaping methods establish consistent profiles,
followed by skilled hand finishing. The knights are individually carved
and refined, while natural variations in timber colour, grain and finish
are characteristic of genuine wooden manufacture.
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