Listed at EB London by Geoffrey Parker, this handcrafted children’s chess set reimagines a timeless game through the lens of British luxury and storytelling. Created in the Essex countryside, each board is finished in sumptuous gaming leather and brought to life using precision printing to recreate themed watercolour illustrations directly onto the surface. From the epic world of The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien to the charm of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter and the intrigue of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle, each design adds a sense of narrative and nostalgia to the traditional chess board. The result is a playful yet refined interpretation of our classic chess set, designed to inspire young minds while maintaining the elevated standards synonymous with EB London.
Every set is completed with hand-painted crushed stone and resin chessmen, carefully detailed by a local artist to echo the illustrated theme. Beneath the plinth board, a discreet integrated storage compartment has been thoughtfully configured to protect and house the pieces securely, ensuring both practicality and longevity. Through our bespoke service, clients may select from a wide range of gaming leathers and colourways at no additional cost, with further options for exotic or custom leathers available by quotation. Designed not simply as a children’s game but as a future heirloom, this chess set balances craftsmanship, imagination, and heritage in a piece to be treasured for generations.





















