13 Chess Sets for The Queen's Gambit Lover

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13 Chess Sets for The Queen's Gambit Lover
Who thought your latest favorite style icon would be a chess player? Chess is having a moment thanks to Netflix's The Queen's Gambit. Though Anya Taylor-Joy's character, Beth Harmon, is fictional, she injects a dose of excitement and glamour into the game as she dispatches her opponents on her quest to become world-champion chess player. While Beth can play an entire game in her head, most of us will need an actual board to practice strategies such as "The Sicilian Defense." As we head into the winter months with more time at home, what better time to brush up on those skills? Equally suitable for games in the park with grumpy old men or dethroning grandmasters in Moscow, here are 13 stylish chess sets to practice your killer endgame.
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Victor Vasarely Artistic Chess Set, 1979
Victor Vasarely
1stdibs.com
$12800.00
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Thanks to The Queen's Gambit effect, luxury antiques site 1stDibs saw a 100 percent increase in purchases of boards, pieces, and tables. Thankfully, a few select vintage sets remain, like this 1979 creation by Victor Vasarely, the grandfather of the Op Art movement.
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NYC Skyline Chess Set
The Moma
moma.org
$135.00
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This beautiful black and white chess set features some of the most prominent buildings in the New York City skyline.
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Samarcande Chess Game
Hermès
hermes.com
$5250.00
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Hermès manages to streamline the game of chess with these gorgeous, understated mahogany pieces. Move silently across the board as you successfully execute the Queen's Gambit.
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Fowler Chess Set
Ralph Lauren Home
ralphlauren.com
$1995.00
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For an extra classy and stylish game of chess, try Ralph Lauren's hand cut leather and brass chess set. It also comes with checkers for double the amount of fun.
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Shagreen Chess Set
Aerin
aerin.com
$3250.00
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Elevate your game with Aerin's luxurious shagreen and burlwood chess set. No detail is too small with these brass pieces—the perfect way to make a statement this holiday season.
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Acrylic Chess Game
Urban Outfitters
urbanoutfitters.com
$169.00
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Urban Outfitter's geometric chess pieces offer something more to look at than your standard ivory set. See right through your opponent's moves, literally.
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Chess & Pachisi Game Board
Doug & Melissa
anthropologie.com
$34.00
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Bring the winter wonderland inside with Doug & Melissa's icy blue board. This is the perfect set for an early Christmas morning game.
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12" Wooden Chess Set - Folding Backgammon Board
JOURYstore
etsy.com
$209.57
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Put down your eggnog and pick up this beautiful mosaic board with a surprise inside. Open up the two sides and you're ready to play a game of backgammon with your stubborn uncle.
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French Lardy Staunton Chess Set Ebonized & Acacia Pieces with Deluxe Tiger Ebony Chess Board - 3.75" King
The Chess Store
thechessstore.com
$259.00
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This acacia and maple wood board takes you back to the basics. Perfect for the player who wants to focus on the game with quality.
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Chess Set
Concrete Cat
comingsoonnewyork.com
$1400.00
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Concrete Cat has created a board like no other. The simplest elements are the pieces and the "wow" factor was saved entirely for the board itself. With splatters of color and beautiful tonal depth, it is truly a work of modern art.
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L'Objet Chess Set
L'Objet
neimanmarcus.com
$1795.00
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L'Object's black and ice stone board features hand painted details, 24 karat gold, and imported stone. This luxe chess set is sure to win you the "best gift giver of the year" award.
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Solid Malachite and Marble Chess Set
1st Dibs
1stdibs.com
$1838.96
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Yet another "must have" from our go-to vintage website, 1st Dibs. The entire set is made from an impossibly stunning malachite, with sparkling pieces that glide over the surface. Check. Mate.
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Acrylic Chess Set
Jonathan Adler
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$595.00
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Jonathan Alder captures the image of chess with this acrylic seventies-style set.

<p class="body-dropcap">Who thought your latest favorite style icon would be a chess player? Chess is having a moment thanks to Netflix's <em><a href="https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a33448752/the-queens-gambit-netflix/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:The Queen's Gambit" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">The Queen's Gambit</a></em>. Though Anya Taylor-Joy's character, Beth Harmon, is<a href="https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a34399726/queens-gambit-beth-harmon-true-story/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:fictional" class="link rapid-noclick-resp"> fictional</a>, she injects a dose of excitement and glamour into the game as she dispatches her opponents on her quest to become world-champion chess player. While Beth can play an entire game in her head, most of us will need an actual board to practice strategies such as "The Sicilian Defense." As we head into the winter months with more time at home, what better time to brush up on those skills? Equally suitable for games in the park with grumpy old men or dethroning grandmasters in Moscow, here are 13 stylish chess sets to practice your killer endgame. </p>

<p><strong>Victor Vasarely</strong></p><p>1stdibs.com</p><p><strong>$12800.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.1stdibs.com%2Ffurniture%2Fmore-furniture-collectibles%2Fcollectibles-curiosities%2Fgames%2Fvictor-vasarely-artistic-chess-set-1979%2Fid-f_21578612%2F&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Thanks to <em>The Queen's Gambit </em>effect, luxury antiques site 1stDibs saw a 100 percent increase in purchases of boards, pieces, and tables. Thankfully, a few select vintage sets remain, like this 1979 creation by Victor Vasarely, the grandfather of the Op Art movement. </p>

<p><strong>The Moma</strong></p><p>moma.org</p><p><strong>$135.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://store.moma.org/kids/toys-games/nyc-skyline-chess-set/2628-128944.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>This beautiful black and white chess set features some of the most prominent buildings in the New York City skyline. </p>

<p><strong>Hermès</strong></p><p>hermes.com</p><p><strong>$5250.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.hermes.com/us/en/product/samarcande-chess-game-H311949Mv01/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Hermès manages to streamline the game of chess with these gorgeous, understated mahogany pieces. Move silently across the board as you successfully execute the Queen's Gambit. </p>

<p><strong>Ralph Lauren Home</strong></p><p>ralphlauren.com</p><p><strong>$1995.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.com%2Fhome-decor-books%2Ffowler-chess-set%2F480029.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>For an extra classy and stylish game of chess, try Ralph Lauren's hand cut leather and brass chess set. It also comes with checkers for double the amount of fun. </p>

<p><strong>Aerin</strong></p><p>aerin.com</p><p><strong>$3250.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.aerin.com/23114628064S.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Elevate your game with Aerin's luxurious shagreen and burlwood chess set. No detail is too small with these brass pieces—the perfect way to make a statement this holiday season. </p>

<p><strong>Urban Outfitters</strong></p><p>urbanoutfitters.com</p><p><strong>$169.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.urbanoutfitters.com%2Fshop%2Facrylic-chess-game&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Urban Outfitter's geometric chess pieces offer something more to look at than your standard ivory set. See right through your opponent's moves, literally.</p>

<p><strong>Doug & Melissa</strong></p><p>anthropologie.com</p><p><strong>$34.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.anthropologie.com%2Fshop%2Fchess-pachisi-game-board&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Bring the winter wonderland inside with Doug & Melissa's icy blue board. This is the perfect set for an early Christmas morning game.</p>

<p><strong>JOURYstore</strong></p><p>etsy.com</p><p><strong>$209.57</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F898805745%2F12-wooden-chess-set-folding-backgammon&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Put down your eggnog and pick up this beautiful mosaic board with a surprise inside. Open up the two sides and you're ready to play a game of backgammon with your stubborn uncle. </p>

<p><strong>The Chess Store</strong></p><p>thechessstore.com</p><p><strong>$259.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fthechessstore.com%2Ffrench-lardy-staunton-chess-set-ebonized-acacia-pieces-with-deluxe-tiger-ebony-chess-board-3-75-king%2F&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>This acacia and maple wood board takes you back to the basics. Perfect for the player who wants to focus on the game with quality. </p>

<p><strong>Concrete Cat</strong></p><p>comingsoonnewyork.com</p><p><strong>$1400.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcomingsoonnewyork.com%2Fproducts%2Fchess-set&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Concrete Cat has created a board like no other. The simplest elements are the pieces and the "wow" factor was saved entirely for the board itself. With splatters of color and beautiful tonal depth, it is truly a work of modern art. </p>

<p><strong>L'Objet</strong></p><p>neimanmarcus.com</p><p><strong>$1795.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.neimanmarcus.com%2Fp%2Flobjet-chess-set-prod221770087&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>L'Object's black and ice stone board features hand painted details, 24 karat gold, and imported stone. This luxe chess set is sure to win you the "best gift giver of the year" award.</p>

<p><strong>1st Dibs</strong></p><p>1stdibs.com</p><p><strong>$1838.96</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.1stdibs.com%2Ffurniture%2Fmore-furniture-collectibles%2Fcollectibles-curiosities%2Fgames%2Fsublime-solid-malachite-marble-full-sized-chess-set-must-see-pictures%2Fid-f_21155432%2F&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Yet another "must have" from our go-to vintage website, 1st Dibs. The entire set is made from an impossibly stunning malachite, with sparkling pieces that glide over the surface. Check. Mate.</p>

<p><strong>Jonathan Adler</strong></p><p>saksfifthavenue.com</p><p><strong>$595.00</strong></p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saksfifthavenue.com%2Fproduct%2Fjonathan-adler-acrylic-chess-set-0400012311446.html%3Fdwvar_0400012311446_color%3DBLACK&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbookmag.com%2Flife%2Fg35083440%2Fbest-chess-sets%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Shop Now</a></p><p>Jonathan Alder captures the image of chess with this acrylic seventies-style set. </p>

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13 Chess Sets for The Queen's Gambit Lover

Victor Vasarely Artistic Chess Set, 1979

NYC Skyline Chess Set

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Samarcande Chess Game

Fowler Chess Set

Shagreen Chess Set

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Acrylic Chess Game

Chess & Pachisi Game Board

12" Wooden Chess Set - Folding Backgammon Board

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French Lardy Staunton Chess Set Ebonized & Acacia Pieces with Deluxe Tiger Ebony Chess Board - 3.75" King

Chess Set

L'Objet Chess Set

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Solid Malachite and Marble Chess Set

Acrylic Chess Set

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