Chess Piece Collection (#4)

The Queen of Chess

Illustration of horse chess pieces, black and white

Jaques Classic Staughton Chess Set ?2005 TopFoto / Jaques
Jaques Classic Staughton Chess Set ?2005 TopFoto/Jaques

Jaques Classic Staughton Chess Set Close up of a white knight ?2005 TopFoto / Jaques
Jaques Classic Staughton Chess Set Close up of a white knight ?2005 TopFoto/Jaques

The Game of Chess, c. 1508
The Game of Chess, c.1508. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Chess piece, Mid of the 15th cen Artist: Anonymous
Chess piece, Mid of the 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the National Museum Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania

Epic Chess Match Between Pierre Saint Amant And Howard Staunton in 1843. Artist: Marlet, Jean Henri (1771-1847)
Epic Chess Match Between Pierre Saint Amant And Howard Staunton in 1843. Private Collection

Scene from the court of Christian VII. Artist: Zahrtmann, Kristian (1843-1917)
Scene from the court of Christian VII. Found in the collection of Hirschsprung Collection

Checkerboard and playing cards, 1915. Artist: Gris, Juan (1887-1927)
Checkerboard and playing cards, 1915. Found in the collection of the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra

Peel - The Old Castle and Harbour, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Jersey - Gorey, and Mont Orgueil Castle, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Eighteenth-Century Chessmen in Blue and White Stoneware, 1948. From British Chess, by Kenneth Matthews. [Collins, London, 1948]

Seventeenth-Century Ivory Chessmen and Board, 1948. From British Chess, by Kenneth Matthews. [Collins, London, 1948]

A Game at Chess, 1948. From British Chess, by Kenneth Matthews. [Collins, London, 1948]

Facsimile of the Game and Playe of the Chesse, c1470. The Rook - An illustration from the Game and Playe of the Chesse: Book Two by William Caxton

Mont Orgueil Castle, Jersey, 20th century. Mont Orgueil Castle (also known as Gorey Castle) was built in the 13th century to defend Jersey from possible French invasion after the division of

The Chess Players. Stereoscope Detail

Feudal castle of the proud Shoguns, Osaka, Japan, 1904. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Feudal castle of the proud Shoguns, Osaka, Japan, 1904. One of the most famous castles in Japan, Osaka Castle was built in the late 16th century by the Toyotomi clan

Playing chess, 13th century (1849). A 19th century version based on an original 13th century manuscript illustration (ms. no 7266), held by the Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Rhuddlan Castle, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, 1926. Artist: Cavenders Ltd
Rhuddlan Castle, near Rhyl, Denbighshire, 1926. From the River Valleys set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, 1926

Queen Elizabeth and Sir Walter Raleigh, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Queen Elizabeth and Sir Walter Raleigh, 1850. A satirical illustration of Queen Elizabeth I and Sir Walter Raleigh. Walter Raleigh (1554-1618)

Bone chessmen of Scandinavian design, 12th or 13th century, (1892). Found on the Isle of Lewis, now in the British Museum

Peel castle, Isle of Man, 20th century

A Game at Chess with Living Pieces, 1882. Unusual game at Heighington near Darlington. Illustration published in The Illustrated London News, (1882)

Cologne, Germany, 19th century. Artist: W Miller
Cologne, Germany, 19th century. View of the port on the River Rhine, with the famous cathedral in the distance

Margrave Otto IV of Brandenburg Playing Chess (From the Codex Manesse), c1300. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Chessmen, 12th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Chessmen, 12th century, (1843). Chesspieces carved in bone. The one on the left, possibly made in Iceland, is a king with beard and plaits and low trefoil crown

Detail from the altarpiece of St Anthony, 16th century. Two soldiers walking through the landscape. Detail from the central panel of the triptych. From the Church of St Nicholas, Tallinn, Estonia

A Warder - The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200
The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200. A Warder piece from a collection of ninety-three found at Uig on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

Knights - The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200
The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200. Knight pieces from a collection of ninety-three found at Uig on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

A Knight - The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200
The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200. A Knight piece from a collection of ninety-three found at Uig on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

A Bishop - The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200
The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200. A Bishop piece from a collection of ninety-three found at Uig on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

A Queen - The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200
The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200. A Queen piece from a collection of ninety-three found at Uig on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

The Lewis Chessmen, (Norwegian?), c1150-c1200. King and Queen pieces from a collection of ninety-three found at Uig on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

Norse chessman (Warder: Castle: Rook), Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Norse chessman (Warder:Castle:Rook), Isle of Lewis, Scotland

Norse chessmen, from a Viking hoard, Isle of Lewis, Scotland

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Cyborg woman balancing chess pieces

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Frustrated robot watching girl playing chess with large pieces

Alice holding the King engraving 1899
Thought the Looking-Glass and What Alice found there

Human hand moving chess piece, close-up

Alice and the Red Queen, illustration from Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll
KW232565 Alice and the Red Queen, illustration from Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll (1832-98) first published 1871 (litho) by Tenniel

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Senior man playing chess
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"Framlingham Castle, 1845. Creator: Unknown - A glimpse into the rich history of chess pieces, showcasing their timeless appeal and enduring legacy. " "Cats playing with a chessboard. Artist: Goupil and Co - Even our feline friends are captivated by the strategic allure of chess, proving its universal charm. " "Chess celebrities at the late chess meeting, 1855 - Witnessing the gathering of brilliant minds who elevated this game to new heights, leaving an indelible mark on its evolution. " "Better than wars - Chess offers a battlefield where intellect triumphs over violence, reminding us that conflicts can be resolved through thoughtful strategy rather than bloodshed. " "Black Horse - Symbolizing power and elegance on the chessboard, this piece embodies strength in every move it makes. " "The megalomania (an improved version) - Unleashing your inner genius as you navigate each piece across the board; a thrilling experience that fuels ambition and creativity. " "The soul of a mustang - Just like these majestic creatures galloping freely across vast plains, each chess piece possesses its own spirit and purpose in shaping victory or defeat. " "The Lewis Chessmen. Detail - Delicate craftsmanship meets intricate design in these ancient artifacts; a testament to humanity's fascination with this timeless game throughout centuries past. " "Concentration – The key ingredient for success on the chequered battlefield; sharpen your focus as you strategize moves that will outwit your opponent at every turn. ” “Plan of the Osaka Second or Summer Campaign, 1615. 1903. Creator: Unknown – Tracing back centuries ago to Japan’s historic battles reflected through intricately designed chessboards capturing tactical brilliance. ” “Plan of the Osaka First or Winter Campaign, 1614. 1903. Creator: Unknown – Immersed in history’s tapestry lies tales of fierce winter campaigns brought alive through detailed depictions on cherished chessboards.