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Regence Chess Set

Photo by Viktor Boyko1800/1899

International Chess Federation (FIDE)

International Chess Federation (FIDE)
Lausanne, Switzerland

The Regence Chess Set, which was Mikhail Chigorin’s favorite, is inspired by the romantic 19th century. Similar chess pieces were used at the famous Parisian cafe Regence, in particular in the 1843 match between Europe’s top chess players, Staunton and Saint Amant.

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  • Title: Regence Chess Set
  • Creator: Photo by Viktor Boyko
  • Date Created: 1800/1899
  • Location Created: France
International Chess Federation (FIDE)

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