Chess Players: From Charlie Chaplin to the Wu-Tang Clan — Limited Edition (Collector Box)
About Chess Players Collector Book
This is the collector’s limited edition of “Chess Players: From Charlie Chaplin to the Wu-Tang Clan”. The key difference from the standard edition is the presentation: this version comes in a premium cardboard collector box, made for gifting, storage, and display.
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Limited edition: only 300 copies
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Collector packaging: premium cardboard box
- Same book content as the standard edition (the difference is the edition and packaging)
What the photo book is about
“Chess Players” is a photo-driven journey through chess as a cultural symbol — spanning 130 years of iconic personalities, public life, and creative scenes. It shows how chess appears far beyond tournaments: as style, attitude, ritual, and a visual language that crosses generations.
Chess Photo Book Details
| Format | 245 × 180 mm |
| Pages | 192 |
| Produced in association with | World Chess and FIDE |
Contributors
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Introduction and photo captions: Dylan Loeb McClain (former chess columnist for The New York Times)
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Essay: Martin Amis.
- Interview: Viswanathan Anand.
What you’ll discover inside chess photo book
- A curated selection of images where chess becomes part of identity and storytelling.
- Famous faces and unexpected moments connected by the game.
- A visual narrative that feels equally at home on a coffee table or in a chess library.
Who this edition is for
- Collectors of chess culture, design, and photography books.
- Gift buyers looking for a premium presentation of chess book.
- Fans who want a limited run edition with long-term shelf value.
Edition details
| Edition | Limited Edition (Collector Box) |
| Print run | Only 300 copies |
| Packaging | Premium cardboard presentation box |
Looking for the regular version? Choose the standard edition here: Chess Players — Standard Edition.
Keep the chessboard dry at all times, and avoid any form of exposure to water.
Water damages the board.
Keep the board away from extreme temperatures,humidity, an air conditioner, and a fan.
Humidity makes your board expand and contract.
Keep the chessboard away from direct sunlight or harsh artificial light to avoid damages.
If the chessboard gets scratched,clean the smudges with a little damp piece of fabric.
If the chessboard feels sticky, wipe with a piece of cloth.
Dust regularly using a dry, soft piece of fabric.
Use beeswax or 3M polish once a monthfor the shine of the board as the boards have HV melamine lacquer coating on them.
Keep chess pieces away from humidity and heat.
It can cause cracking, discolouration, and warping of chess pieces.
Do not use 3M polish for chessmen.
Once your order is placed, our customer care team will follow up with an email confirmation. Please allow two business days to process the order. Additional time is needed during the holidays and weekends.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Shipping may take up to 10 business days towards all international destinations. Our team provides tracking number as soon as the goods are dispatched and will monitor the delivery process. For any questions or concerns about delivery please contact shop@worldchess.com
SHIPPING TO THE UNITED STATES
US orders are shipped directly from our US warehouse, ensuring faster delivery with no additional duties, import taxes, or hidden fees at delivery.
CUSTOMS DUTY AND CUSTOMS CLEARANCE FEE
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