The Chess Empire is proud to introduce you the stunningly crafted, The Ashwamedha Series 4.4” King designed with own legacy of finest craftsmanship, originally designed by Rishi Sharma. The chess set is inspired by the Ashwamedha horse, which sacrifice ritual followed by the Srauta tradition of Vedic region. This chess is he splendid workmanship on this chess set is flawless and without any doubt this hallmark chess set is the foremost of all.

The Legendary Ashwamedha Series chess set is the epitome of meticulously workmanship on the Knights with complete details on eyes, nostril, teeth, muscles, mane and spectacular craftsmanship on the full figure knight is extremely difficult to carve with the small tools. The knight with the tilted head and the beauty of this artistic piece of art is mesmerizing.  The Ashwamedha knights are the most beautiful knights we have ever designed in last 60 years. It took more than a week time to craft only one knight and attraction of this immensely beautiful knight is like that you want to keep looking on it.   The chess set is designed with the aim to introduce the extremely rich craftsmanship beyond the imagination. Every single chess piece is absolutely proportionate with the flawless constant craftsmanship from King to Pawn.

 The stunningly carved king with the complete details on the finial, without any doubt this is one of the best crafted chess king with proportionate craftsmanship. The beautifully crafted Queen with details and finely crafted crenels with constant perfection is next level of craftsmanship.

The Bishop Design craftsmanship is very difficult and it was a challenging work to match with king and queen. The design of this unique bishop is done with accuracy and there will be no other match at all than this meticulously crafted bishop.

 The Rook considers being castle as the strongest piece in the chess game. The Design of rook is unimaginably beautiful with the far superior workmanship. Absolutely proportionate with details on every ring is extraordinary and unique work. We have designed the rook turret very finely and perfectly with sturdy shank so the legacy of rook will remain.

There is no beautiful pawn we have ever made before compare to Ashwamedha series design where we have given every single detail with beautifully crafted ball on the top. The Rings, Shank, base designs and complete details with immensely rich craftsmanship and overall every single piece from King to pawn is compliment to each other.  

The Chess Pieces are hand carved by our skilled master craftsmen and crafted out of highest grade exotic woods with the luxurious billiard cloth base pads on it. The Chess set is heavily weighted with the natural finish on individual chess piece for rich, long lasting shine and it also includes two extra queens. 

Total 34 Chess Pieces. (Includes Two Extra Queens)

Storage Box:  Executive Storage Box is included.

Product Specifications:

Does The Chess Board Include?        The Chess Board in the picture is for Photography and does not include with The Ashwamedha Series Chessmen set.

Chess Pieces                          Height                                 Base Diameter                               

King                                      4.4” (112mm)                        2.00” (50 mm)

Pawn                                    2.25”(58mm)                         1.5”  (38mm)

Total Weight of The Ashwamedha Series Chess Pieces: 2500 grams or ( 90 Ounce)                        

Light Wood Chess Pieces:  Boxwood.

Dark Wood Chess Pieces:  Un-processed or Natural Ebony Wood.

 Recommended Chess Board for The Ashwamedha Series: 2.5” Square Size or 63.5 mm square size.

Please note our all products are hand crafted and there are few chances of variation for 5% plus or minus.