Beautifully detailed hand painted figurative chess pieces from Studio Anne Carlton. This allegorical depiction encapsulates the ancient religious war that stretched over hundreds of years. These pieces portray specific crusades to restore Christian control of the Holy Land that were fought between 1095 & 1291. Fabricated from a crushed stone composite, the level of detail is simply staggering from every angle. We have matched this set with this stunning Italian made red burl & maple chess board, finished in a high gloss lacquer. The deep crimson hues of the burl squares compliment the red & green painted pieces which also reflect beautifully off the board when viewed in the light. A magnificent looking chess set from every angle.