The theme of this chess is the Battle of Waterloo, fought on June 18, 1815. This battle is considered one of the most significant military clashes in history, as it resulted in the decisive defeat of the French troops under the command of Napoleon against the allied forces of the British, Dutch, Germans and Prussians. After Napoleon's exile to the island of Elba, he began a series of military actions that became known as the "Hundred Days". These events culminated in the clash at Waterloo, where Napoleon tried to overcome the allied forces that had gathered under the command of the Duke of Wellington and Field Marshal Blücher. The Battle of Waterloo ended not only the Napoleonic Empire, but also an entire era in European history. The victory of the allied forces led to the exile of Napoleon to the island of Saint Helena, where he would live until his death in 1821.

Figures:

The figures of the kings in this set are represented by Bonaparte and Wellington, each accompanied by their respective ladies - Josephine and Catherine. The figures are dressed in elegant uniforms in the color corresponding to each country: dark blue for the French and red for the British. The officers stand on either side of the king and queen, next to them the horses are depicted as brave cavalrymen, and the cannons are formidable cannons, represented together with the flag of the respective country flying above it. The pawns are infantrymen with firearms in hand, ready to defend their country.

Note: As the figures are hand-painted, there may be some discrepancies in their details and color compared to those shown in the images. However, any discrepancies are minimal.

Features:

• Hand-painted pieces
• Hand-inlaid box with piece inserts
• The playing field is also the cover of the set
• Size of the square of the field: 4 cm
• Piece material: Resin
• King height: 8 cm
• Box dimensions: 37 x 37 x 5.5 cm
• Box material: Wood

Craftsmanship:

To create the Italfama chess boards, precious materials such as elm and walnut wood, semi-precious stones such as onyx, Carrara marble and malachite have been carefully selected, while the chess pieces are made using many metals, including solid brass and bronze, in various finishes that range from classic satin to sophisticated gold and silver.

When choosing these unique chess pieces as a gift, you can be sure that the recipient will appreciate their value and high quality workmanship. Their elegant appearance and timeless design mean they will please the eyes and provide enjoyment during every game.