The vision of two architects whose passion for architecture took them on a design journey, this beautiful chess set showcases the best of the architecture from the World’s favourite cities. Designed to create an intriguing gift for a chess lover and unique objects for your home, each individual piece is hand-cast in resin. The set is available in monochrome ( black and white board and pieces) or premium metal where a metal powder has been added to the resin and then hand polished giving a pewter effect and lovely weight to the pieces. Play by the fireside and brush up on your tactical moves and knowledge of some of the most famous buildings in the world! This stunning Paris edition celebrates all the romance of the City of Love! The beautiful Haussmann Building sets the scene as the pawns, the Louvre makes for a striking rook, the Pompidou becomes an extraordinary knight, the Arc de Triomphe is a beautiful bishop, the Sacre Coeur takes its rightful place as the queen, whilst no other than the grandeur of the Eiffel Tower would suit the role of king.