German chessmen
Turner's folly
Auld German
Ornamental
"Deutsche Bundesform" - 3.Reich pieces
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The form dates from the 30ies, specially designed for the 1936 chess olympics in Munich, destined to showcase both Nazi prowess and German chess! This set is post WW2 - ca. 60ies. Seemingly a german try for an alternative to Staunton playing sets. Smooth finish, felt, no weight. Used exclusively at the Chess Olympics in Munich 1936 - and in german club competition after WW 2!
German Club Size Set
![]() Large and heavily weighted playing set, from Germany, probably dating to the 40ies or earlier. The kings stands 105 mm with the cross, all pieces are well varnished, without a blemish - simple, strong, enjoyable set, a turner's masterpiece. Superb varnish, great tactile sensations. One whole rook duplicated by Alan Dewey.
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Rokoko Erzgebirge set
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Appealing set from the Erzgebirge area, traditional stronghold of woodcraft and other handicrafts. A Rococo style court is shown - probably Frederick the Great and his court - in natural and maroon. The main figures, despite being knife-carved, show late baroque dress styles, and are touched up with gold painting. The queen - a Rococo court lady with high hairdo, the king (Frederick) with a three-cornered hat, - and the rooks seem to imitate corner pavilions from the Dresden Zwinger garden palace! King stands 86 mm - age of the set is most likely 70ies, GDR days.