Leather Chess Sets
(8 items)Start your creative quest here as you discover NOVICA's unique Leather Chess Sets Collection. You'll find extraordinary chess sets handcrafted by global artisans around the world. From the novice to the master, there is a distinctive leather chess set to suit your every move.
Featured Artist
"I mastered this work by being an apprentice for three years and learning how to craft."
"Mohammed Osman is my name. I was born on May 1, 1984 in Accra, Ghana. My type of craft is leather working. My friends say I am hardworking... read more
Leather Chess Sets
History tells us that the game of chess began around the year 600 in the border area between Afghanistan and Persia. It was then introduced to Europe in the 9th Century by traders retuning from the Middle East. Since then it has become the most popular board game in the world, played everywhere from the earthen floors of mountain huts, to neighborhood watering holes and even the international stage of the World Chess Championships. Artists and artisans across the globe have developed their own versions of the game’s pieces, giving them unique themes of local origin and even making the pieces from local materials, everything from exotic woods to hand tooled leather.NOVICA’s superb Leather Chess Sets will add a touch of elegance to the home of any chess player, while making a great conversation piece for the non-player and native craft lover as well.
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