Biedermeier chessmen, named for the 19th-century Central European design movement, are celebrated for their elegant silhouettes and whimsical details. A defining feature of these sets is the imaginative design of the Läufer (runner) chess piece, which often feature finials in opposite-colored spheres or batons to evoke a “feather in a cap.” Over time, these evolved into more literal depictions of period headwear, such as jaunty berets, top hats, or bowlers, reflecting the artistic character of the era. This set is documented in the historical collection of Holger Langer (chess-collection.de).
