The Official World Chess Studio Set is a space-efficient reinterpretation of the iconic championship design — now adapted for apartments, studios, and modern interiors. Created in collaboration with world-renowned design firm Pentagram, this Pentagram chess set merges competitive-grade quality with urban practicality. Ideal for casual play, club sessions, or as a compact collectible, these unique chess sets delivers elegance without compromise. If you're looking to buy Official World Chess Studio Set, this is the perfect choice for design-minded players.
This folding chess set includes both the Studio-sized chess pieces and a custom folding wooden board. The design matches the legendary World Chess Championship set but at 87% of the original size — preserving all proportions and detail. The handcrafted items are complimented with a sleek folding board of walnut and sycamore material, in matte and 45 mm squares with inlaid World Chess logos.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Board Material | Walnut (dark squares), Sycamore (light squares) |
| Border | Walnut |
| Surface Finish | Matte |
| Square Size | 45 mm |
| Board Size | 38 × 38 cm |
| Board Weight | 4.5 kg (approx.) |
| Logo | Inlaid World Chess hexagon logos |
| Origin | Made in Spain |
The whole classic chess set weighs only 808 grams and comes in a small travel pouch to store easily or to take with you. The king weighs 25 grams and the set includes two extra queens for tournament-style play. This is a unique example of functional minimalism in chess equipment, as Daniel Weil of Pentagram created both the board and the box. The Official World Chess Studio Set for sale is perfect for those who want a refined board without taking up too much space.
Orders are processed within two business days. International delivery takes up to 10 business days, with tracking provided. Customs duties and clearance fees are not included and must be paid by the customer. The cost of return shipping will be subtracted from the refund if customs is denied.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Items must be unused, in original condition, and returned with all packaging. Customers cover return shipping costs; EU buyers may request a prepaid return label (the cost will be deducted from the refund). Refunds are processed within 1–2 business days after receiving the return. Order confidently when you buy Official World Chess Studio Set — a modern classic from World Chess.
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.
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INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
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SHIPPING TO THE UNITED STATES
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It's a very nice set and I quite like the size as a study board. However, the pieces are unweighted and very light.
I wish there had been a non-folding board available in this size because my folding board doesn't join perfectly on one side. I'm picky but find it annoying to notice the obvious seam.
I'll use it for a while, but I suspect I'll replace it with something weighted and this will end up in the closet, which is unfortunate.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We really appreciate your thoughts on the weight of the pieces and the board seam.
For reference, we do also have a non-folding option in a similar size, our World Chess Home Edition Bauhaus Board. https://shop.worldchess.com/products/single-piece-replacement-for-official-world-chess-pieces?_pos=1&_sid=5fc148abc&_ss=r
As for folding boards, unfortunately, a seam is unavoidable due to the way the board folds. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly keep it in mind for future products.
