Legacy The Modernist Chess Set - Rosewood, Maple

The Modernist chess set offers a sculptural take on classic strategy, with geometric pieces crafted from rosewood, maple, and schima superba wood. Each element provides a smooth, refined texture, while the printed cotton fabric casing keeps the set neatly on display alongside books or on a coffee table. Compartments beneath the board hold each piece securely in place, and the 2 kg weight keeps the board stable during play.

The wooden The Modernist chess set by Printworks was created for those who prefer showcasing their board games on a coffee table or bookshelf rather than tucking them away in a closet. Part of The Legacy Collection, the set draws inspiration from modernist principles where form directly follows function, translating geometric precision into the art of strategic gameplay. The cotton fabric-bound box featuring refined typography looks just like an exquisite coffee table book on architecture when displayed on a shelf.Advantages:The geometric shapes of the pieces turn every game into a carefully composed architectural statement on your table.Crafted from rosewood, maple, and schima superba wood, each element offers a delightfully smooth texture noticeable under your fingertips.The printed cotton fabric casing allows you to keep the set in plain sight alongside your favorite books without disrupting your living room aesthetic.Tailored compartments beneath the board protect individual pieces from bumping against each other and keep everything neatly organized.A reassuring weight of 2 kg ensures the board remains perfectly stable on your tabletop with every move.Even if a match ends in an unexpected checkmate within just a few moves, the geometric figures left on your coffee table will still look like the result of a masterfully calculated strategy. It’s that rare occasion when a tactical blunder still looks impeccably stylish.