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These 82 chess pieces were carved (rather marvellously) from walrus ivory and whale tooth in the late 12th-century, and found on a beach on the windswept Isle of Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides, in 1831. The pieces represent the highest classes of society and may well have been made for a medieval Norwegian king, as a symbolic display of his sovereign power (the Isle of Lewis then being part of the Kingdom of Norway). Medieval Chess, Museum Plan, Egyptian Artifacts, Archaeological Discoveries, Ancient Egyptian Art, Museum Architecture, Trondheim, Nikola Tesla, Anglo Saxon

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The British Museum's top five masterpieces

On the day the British Museum celebrates its 255th anniversary – and also a Google Doodle – here's our pick of the top five objects in its collection

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This magnificent chess set takes its design from the very most elaborately carved sets of the medieval period. This stunning Medieval chess set based on a 14th Century German set. The reverse side of the King’s throne shows warriors, the Queen’s throne ladies in waiting and the Bishop’s throne holy men and musicians. Durable casting stone material. Carved Chess Set, Medieval Chess, Medieval Wood Carving, Stone Chess Set, Medieval Chess Set, Medieval Chess Pieces, Championship Chess Set, Japanese Castle, Lady In Waiting

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Medieval Stone Chess Set

This magnificent chess set takes its design from the very most elaborately carved sets of the medieval period. This stunning Medieval chess set based on a 14th Century German set. The reverse side of the King’s throne shows warriors, the Queen’s throne ladies in waiting and the Bishop’s throne holy men and musicians. Durable casting stone material.

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HD wallpaper: chess, high angle view, work tool, workshop, history, the past

This HD wallpaper is about chess, high angle view, work tool, workshop, history, the past, Original wallpaper dimensions is 1920x1276px, file size is 407.99KB

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Louise of Savoy, Duchess of Angoulême and Regent of France – The Freelance History Writer Medieval Chess, Medieval Furniture, Playing Chess, History Activities, Book Of Hours, Cleveland Museum Of Art, Medieval Manuscript, Medieval Period, Medieval Fashion

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Louise of Savoy, Duchess of Angoulême and Regent of France

The men of France invoked the ancient Merovingian Salic Law to bar women from inheriting the throne of France but this hasn’t stopped women from ruling the kingdom. There is a prominent tradition o…

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Medieval chess and variants

The Saint Thomasguild blog focusses on information of reproduction of medieval furniture, tools and other arts and crafts, as well as living history activities of the Dutch re-enactment group.

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A Medievalist’s Viewing Guide to “Game of Thrones,” Season 4

A manuscript lover's guide to Game of Thrones, season 4.

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St. Thomas guild - medieval woodworking, furniture and other crafts

The Saint Thomasguild blog focusses on information of reproduction of medieval furniture, tools and other arts and crafts, as well as living history activities of the Dutch re-enactment group.

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ARTICLE: Symbolism in Medieval Chess. Click through to read. Chess was also called the game of love in period. Medieval images of men & women playing chess are iconographic images of lovers. Women Playing Chess, Medieval Chess, Chess Art, Medieval Games, Medieval Furniture, Playing Chess, Medieval Ages, Medieval Life, Moral Values

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Symbolism in Medieval Chess - Medievalists.net

The game itself was a significant illustration of medieval society, a symbol that represented social status, moral values, religious meaning, and even cosmic significance.

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Explore the Mind Games of Chess! 🏰♟️ Dive into the lastest article at Dominate Chess on the psychology behind the game. Learn how mental resilience, strategic thinking, and psychological warfare play crucial roles in every match. Discover tips on developing a stronger mental game, from managing stress to outsmarting opponents with psychological tactics. Are you ready to master the psychological battles that unfold on the chessboard? #ChessPsychology #MentalGame #StrategicChess #steampunk Chess Concept Art, Wizards Chess Aesthetic, Chess Images, Dark Chess Aesthetic, Chess Pieces Fantasy Art, Chess Surrealism, Chess Match, Wizard Chess, Medieval Chess

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Understanding the Psychology of Chess

Explore the Mind Games of Chess! 🏰♟️ Dive into the lastest article at Dominate Chess on the psychology behind the game. Learn how mental resilience, strategic thinking, and psychological warfare play crucial roles in every match. Discover tips on developing a stronger mental game, from managing stress to outsmarting opponents with psychological tactics. Are you ready to master the psychological battles that unfold on the chessboard? #ChessPsychology #MentalGame #StrategicChess #steampunk

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