| Soigné (swän-'yA) is French for elegantly maintained or designed. Sophisticatation can come in a variety of designs. However, the most well-known is the Staunton design, which is named after Howard Staunton (a 19th century English chess player), and designed by Nathaniel Cook, in 1849. This set is intended to withstand the rigors of practical play while maintaining the elegance and pattern of the traditional Staunton styling. The design, quality, workmanship and finish of each chess piece are Soigné.
The Soigne Series from our Premier Collection is Crafted from Ebony and Boxwood. Ebony is one of the most intensely black, fine-grained woods known, which, combined with its very high density (it is one of the very few woods that sink in water), fine texture, and ability to polish very smoothly, has made it very valuable as an ornamental wood. The King stands 4" tall with a 1 7/8" base. From the sinuous Bishop to the ponderous Rook, these pieces are sure to delight.
These pieces fit well on a board with 2.25 - 2.5" squares. Please view our "Items of Interest" below for recommended boards (sold separately).
- Felt Base
- 4" King Weighs 3.2 oz
- 1 7/8" King Base
- Extra Queens
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PREMIER COLLECTION: SOIGNE SERIES - EBONY 
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