A Masterpiece of Chess History: The Latvian Set ♟️

Swipe through these four images to explore the details of the iconic Latvian Chess Set (1900-2000). Crafted from a blend of wood and plastic in the Baltic region, this set is celebrated for its highly functional, universal design that made it a staple across socialist countries during its era.

You might recognize its elegant silhouette from the unforgettable finale of The Queen’s Gambit! But beyond its recent pop-culture fame, it holds a legendary status in the real chess world as the absolute favorite set of the “Magician of Riga,” Latvian World Champion Mikhail Tal.