MANOPOULOS HERCULES CHESS SET
The combination of top quality and good prices made Manopoulos company world known for their products. The theme for this beautiful chess set is based on the mythical hero Hercules. Hercules (Pawn), the greatest hero of mythology, is often depicted wearing the lion skin from his first labor. Zeus (King), his father and King of Gods stands almighty with his thunderbolt in hand. Athena (Queen), armed defender of justice, always protected Hercules. Apollo (Bishop) took part in the Battle of the Giants. Centaur (Knight) kidnapped Hercules’s wife, so the hero killed him to save her. Ironically, years later it was his poisonous blood that caused Hercules death. The Castle is a replica of an Ionian column that represents the architectural rhythm of the period.(S5)
Chess board details:
Condition: New, Handmade in Greece
Exterior Material: Brass board over wood(color Blue-Brass)
Dimensions of board : 36 cm x 36 cm(14.1 inches x 14.1 inches) - Square size: 3.5 cm(1.37 inches)
Chess pawns details:
Pawns Material: Brass and Nickel Plated cast Zinc
King Height: 2.28"(5.8 cm) - King Base: 0.787"(2 cm)