A pleasingly understated chess set combination made from solid woods throughout & finished beautifully. The Downhead chess men have been expertly carved from Boxwood, stained using the traditional ebonising process (to create the black pieces) then hand polished. Each piece is single weighted & felted on its base. The board is solid wooden, carved from Rosewood & maple. Each square is a solid piece of wood that has been inlaid into the board. Lacquer has been applied & polished to a soft sheen that brings out the highly attractive grain. Buying these chess men in combination with this chess board represents superb value. A fine set of pieces married perfectly with a beautiful wooden chess board.