Name: Zagreb 3.9" Ebonised Chess Pieces
Brand: Official Staunton™
SKU: 58722302460288
Price: 229.99 GBP
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Inspired by the celebrated 1959 Zagreb international tournament, these Russian Zagreb Chessmen capture the refined character of classic tournament play. Crafted from natural boxwood and ebonised boxwood, the 34-piece set combines graceful proportions, smooth contours and substantial weighting with the distinctive sculptural knight that defines the Zagreb pattern.

Design

1959 Zagreb

Classic tournament pattern

Chessmen

34 Pieces

Includes two additional queens

Materials

Boxwood

Natural & ebonised finish

Origin

Russian Crafted

Tournament-inspired reproduction

Set Weight

Approx. 2.3 lbs

Substantial playing weight

Board Suitability

50–55 mm

Recommended square size

Set Features

Inspired by the distinctive chessmen associated with the celebrated 1959 Zagreb international tournament

Russian-crafted tournament-style chess pieces

Crafted from natural boxwood and ebonised boxwood

Elegant proportions with smooth, flowing contours throughout the set

Rounded profiles with no unnecessarily sharp edges for a particularly comfortable playing feel

Distinctive sculptural Zagreb knight with a strong and immediately recognisable profile

Approximate complete set weight of 2.3 lbs for a substantial and reassuring feel

34 chess pieces supplied, including two additional queens for pawn promotion

Ideally suited to chessboards with 50–55 mm playing squares

Designed for serious play while retaining the character and visual appeal sought by collectors

The 1959 Zagreb Tournament Design

The Zagreb pattern is one of the most recognisable tournament chess designs of the mid-20th century. Associated with the celebrated international tournament held in Zagreb in 1959, its appeal comes from a distinctive combination of elegance, simplicity and practical playability.

Rather than relying on excessive ornamentation, the design uses clean silhouettes, carefully judged proportions and flowing contours. The result is a set that remains visually striking while retaining the clarity across the chessboard that serious players expect.

This Russian-crafted reproduction captures that character beautifully, making it equally appealing to regular players and collectors of classic tournament chess designs.