The Burnt Zagreb 1959 Luxury Chess Set

With a distinct European flair and styling, this stunning reproduction of one of the most popular chess sets used in the major international Chess tournaments during the 1950s and 1960s.

Chesora is proud to offer the Zagreb '59 Series Chess set. A full tournament-sized chess set, it features a 3.875" King with a 1.75" diameter base.

The chess pieces are hand-carved by master artisans and crafted out of the highest-grade woods. The chess pieces are heavily weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads and a glossy finish to accentuate the details further. 

The design of the Zagreb '59 Chess set is an adaptation of the most popular chess set used at major international chess tournaments throughout the 1950s and 1960s, most notably the World Championship Candidates Match that was held in Bied, Zagreb in 1959.

The chess set comes with both styles of King crosses that are easily removable, allowing its owner to choose between both styles. The chess set has been designed to withstand years of use. For example, the chess set features reinforced Pawn collars, stylized Knights, and minimal Queen crenellations for unmatched durability.

The Zagreb '59 Series Chess set is ideal for those who are interested in both the historical importance of the game of Chess, as well as those looking for an attractive chess set that is both economical and durable.


The Zagreb '59 Series exemplifies a perfect combination of distinct beauty and functionality. It has been designed to withstand the rigors of practical play while maintaining elegance.


The chessmen are new and each set consists of 34 Chessmen, including four Queens, a standard that was introduced by The House of Staunton in 1993.