Byzantine Empire chess set 20x20cm with chess pieces Manopoulos

The longest-lasting empire of all time, it ruled over eastern Europe for over 1,000 years. The Orthodox extension of the Roman Empire, known as the Byzantine Empire, expanded greatly through victorious crusades in the East and West. Their culture was shaped by Greek civilization, and their language was Greek. The Byzantines also preserved and copied classical manuscripts, and are considered the transmitters of classical knowledge.

The chess pieces were inspired by the Macedonian royal family, one of the greatest dynasties of the Byzantine Empire. This dynasty produced some of the most talented emperors in Byzantine history, such as Basil I 'the Macedonian' (king) and Leo VI, called 'the Wise' or Philosopher (knight). This period is a period of rebirth and renewal.

• Included: Chess board 20x20 cm, chess pieces, Wooden case with storage, Manopoulos gift box.
• Chessboard:xa0brass
• Chess:xa0Zinc alloy chess pieces, gold and silver colors.
• King height: 3.5 cm
• Wooden box: Laminated wood
• Weight: 1,990 kg (approx.).
• Made in Greece.
• 100% authentic, original 'Manopoulos' product.