Handmade chess set in solid wood - tournament size 55 x 55 cm
A complete solid wood chess set featuring a 55 × 55 cm walnut and maple board and weighted Staunton pieces in boxwood and acacia. The board’s 60 mm squares and the pieces’ 95 mm king give the set full tournament dimensions.
The board is made from walnut and maple, selected for their strength, durability and natural contrast between the dark and light squares. The pieces are carved from boxwood and acacia. These dense woods give the pieces weight, balance and a timeless appearance.
The knights are carved with particular care and can take up to two hours each to shape. All the pieces are weighted and fitted with felt bases, giving them stability and allowing them to move smoothly across the board.
A chess set designed for regular play, but also to remain on display as part of the home for many years.
Size and playing experience
This is a large, full-size chess set. The board measures 55 × 55 cm, and the combination of 60 mm squares and a 95 mm king provides plenty of space around the pieces and creates a classic, well-proportioned playing surface.
The set is best suited to a table where it can remain on display or be brought out easily for a game. If you prefer a smaller magnetic chess set that can be folded away and taken with you, we recommend our 30 × 30 cm chess set.
For those who…
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play regularly and want a full-size chess set
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want a set that is both beautiful to look at and enjoyable to play with
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appreciate natural materials, skilled craftsmanship and classic Staunton design
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would like to leave their chess set on display in the home
Product details
Board
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Materials: Walnut (dark) and maple (light)
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Dimensions: 55 × 55 × 1.5 cm
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Square size: 60 mm
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Black border surrounding the playing area
Pieces
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Materials: Boxwood (light) and acacia (dark)
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Design: Staunton, German style
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King height: 95 mm (3.75")
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Weighted and fitted with felt bases
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Handcrafted – each knight can take up to two hours to carve
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Quantity: 32 pieces
Storage
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Two fabric piece bags included
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Foldable Norwald storage box included
Please note: Not suitable for children under 3 years.
shipping and returns
Delivery within Denmark is free. International shipping depends on your destination and the products you order. The total shipping charge is shown at checkout before you pay.
If you would like both the large board and chess pieces, we recommend choosing the complete set. Shipping charges may be added together for products from different shipping groups.
We ship from Denmark with GLS. Transit time within Denmark is normally 1–2 business days after dispatch. International transit times depend on the destination. Any processing time before dispatch is additional, and customs clearance can cause delays.
You will receive a tracking link when your order is dispatched. Please contact us if you need delivery by a specific date.
You have 30 days to return your purchase. We offer free returns within Denmark. Outside Denmark, customers pay return shipping. If your order arrives damaged, please contact us so we can find a solution.
Read more in our shipping policy and returns policy.
Why choose Norwald?
We started Norwald because we wanted to create the chess sets we felt were missing.
Classic chess sets with the right proportions, made from solid wood, with the weight and balance that make them enjoyable to play with. Both our 55 × 55 cm set and the smaller 30 × 30 cm set have been developed with input from some of Denmark’s best chess players.
They are made in northern India, where some of the world’s most experienced chess makers specialise in handcrafted chess boards and pieces.
The goal is simple: to make chess sets we would want to play with ourselves and keep on display – and that are made to last for many years.
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We’re very happy with our new beautiful chess set. It has really enhanced the enjoyment of playing.
– Thomas, Copenhagen
Fantastic board, excellent quality, and absolutely worth the price, if not more.
– Sylvester (via Trustpilot)
It's a super board! Really happy with it.
– Mads, Copenhagen
Honestly, it’s fantastic. It’s ridiculously good.
– Dennis, London
Full size. Balanced proportions.
The board’s 60 mm squares are proportioned to match the Staunton pieces with a 95 mm king. This provides plenty of space around the pieces and creates a calm, clear playing surface – whether the game is relaxed or highly focused.
- 55 × 55 cm board
- 60 mm squares
- 95 mm king
Natural materials. Handcrafted details.
The board is made from walnut and maple, while the pieces are carved from boxwood and acacia. All the pieces are weighted and fitted with felt bases, giving them stability and allowing them to move smoothly across the board. The knights are carved by hand and can take up to two hours each to shape.
- Four natural woods
- Weighted pieces with felt bases
- Classic Staunton design with a German-style knight
Do you have any questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The board measures 55 × 55 cm and has 60 mm squares, while the king is 95 mm tall. This gives the set the classic proportions commonly associated with full-size tournament chess.
You can read more about chess set sizes, proportions and how to choose the right set.
The board itself measures 55 × 55 cm. It is a large chess set and is best suited to a table with some additional space around the board for your hands and captured pieces.
If you have limited space or would like to take the set with you, our foldable magnetic chess set measuring 30 × 30 cm is a better choice.
The dark squares of the board are made from walnut and the light squares from maple. The light pieces are carved from boxwood and the dark pieces from acacia. As wood is a natural material, colour and grain may vary slightly from one set to another.
Read more about why walnut and maple are ideal woods for chessboards.
Staunton is the classic and easily recognisable design used in most chess tournaments. The pieces are designed to be easy to distinguish from one another and comfortable to play with. Norwald’s pieces feature a knight in the traditional German style.
Read more about the history and design of the Staunton chess set.
Yes. All the pieces are weighted and fitted with felt bases. This gives them stability on the board and a solid, balanced feel during play.
No. This is a traditional full-size chess set with weighted pieces. If you prefer a smaller magnetic set that can be folded away and taken with you, we recommend our 30 × 30 cm chess set.
You will receive a complete chess set consisting of a board, 32 Staunton pieces, two fabric bags for the pieces and a foldable Norwald storage box.
Yes. The set is designed both for regular play and to remain on display as part of the home. The combination of walnut, maple, boxwood and acacia gives it a warm and timeless appearance.
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Wipe the board and pieces with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth. Avoid cleaning products, direct sunlight, prolonged exposure to moisture and significant fluctuations in temperature. If the set is not used for an extended period, the pieces can be stored in the included fabric bags and storage box.
Read our guide on how to care for your solid wood chess set.
Delivery within Denmark is free. International shipping depends on your destination and the products you order. The total shipping charge is shown at checkout before you pay.
If you would like both the large board and chess pieces, we recommend choosing the complete set. Shipping charges may be added together for products from different shipping groups.
We ship from Denmark with GLS. Transit time within Denmark is normally 1–2 business days after dispatch. International transit times depend on the destination. Any processing time before dispatch is additional, and customs clearance can cause delays.
You will receive a tracking link when your order is dispatched. Please contact us if you need delivery by a specific date.
You have 30 days to return your purchase. We offer free returns within Denmark. Outside Denmark, customers pay return shipping. If your order arrives damaged, please contact us so we can find a solution.
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