Indochine La Cour Royale Chess & Checker Set
The Indochine Chess & Checker Set is inspired by the spirit of the Huế Imperial Court and the Indochine style. The board is crafted with a mosaic tile surface and lacquered borders featuring traditional patterns, with its four corners adorned with abstract forms that evoke the image of a bat holding a coin, a classic symbol of fortune, prosperity, and perfect happiness.
The King and Queen pieces are stylized after the royal Cửu Long (Nine Dragon Crown) and Phượng Quan (Phoenix Crown), while the remaining pieces take cues from the noble cavalry, the steadfast Lính Tập soldiers, and the Cửu Vị Thần Công (Nine Holy Cannons) Each detail is both regal and rich in symbolism, vividly recreating a significant period of Vietnamese history and culture.
Materials That Make the Difference
- The chess board body is handcrafted from lacquered beech wood, combined with a copper-rimmed mosaic inlay board top, delivering enduring elegance and lasting durability.
- The chess pieces are crafted using traditional woodturning techniques from xylia and golden acacia woods, accented with metallic details and waxed leather to create a sophisticated yet harmonious contrast.
- Checker pieces are made from traditional ceramics, inspired by the imagery of the hoa cải (rapeseed flower) and hoa chanh (lime blossom)
As products are handcrafted, slight color variations may occur between sets but will not affect the overall quality or structural integrity.
Chess Pieces
Handcrafted from xylia and golden acacia woods, the chess pieces are inspired by Vietnam’s feudal court and social hierarchy. The King and Queen evoke the regal Cửu Long (Nine Dragon Crown) and Phượng Quan (Phoenix Crown), while the other pieces draw from military history: the Knight reflects the imperial cavalry, the Bishop embodies the steadfast Lính tập (foot soldiers), and the Rook is inspired by the Cửu Vị Thần Công (Nine Holy Cannons) of the Nguyễn Dynasty. Each piece is a miniature sculpture, capturing history with refined elegance.
Chessboard
The board is crafted with a mosaic tile surface and lacquered borders featuring traditional patterns. Its smart design allows the surface to lift up, revealing a neatly arranged storage compartment for the playing pieces. The design is a geometric abstraction of the bat-and-coin motif often found on the arched roofs of royal Huế architecture.
Checker Pieces
Crafted from traditional ceramic, the pieces are inspired by the imagery of the hoa cải (rapeseed flower) and hoa chanh (lime blossom) — motifs often seen in Indochine architecture and fine arts, symbolizing vitality, renewal, and refined elegance.
The Design Story
Inspired by the architecture of the Huế Imperial Court, the board design recreates the image of a bat holding a coin, a powerful symbol of fortune and prosperity. The game pieces are stylized after the Cửu Long (Nine Dragon Crown) and Phượng Quan (Phoenix Crown), and other familiar symbols of court life. Everything harmonizes to tell a slice of history, where design becomes a bridge to the spirit of heritage.
Elevating the Experience
More than just a game of intellect, the Indochine Chess & Checker Set is an artistic focal point, where exquisite craftsmanship combines with the spirit of heritage to create a luxurious experience of appreciation
A handcrafted masterpiece imprinted with culture
The Indochine Chess & Checker Set is a handcrafted masterpiece, crystallized from the cultural essence of the Huế Imperial Court. From the mosaic inlay board to each wooden chess piece, everything is meticulously brought to life by the hands of our artisans. Every detail not only exudes exquisite craftsmanship but also preserves the breath of history, transforming the set into a living work of heritage.
Timeless elegance for your interior
The Indochine Chess & Checker Set also serves as an artistic focal point in any living space. Its design captures the harmony between East and West with exquisite craftsmanship, transforming the board into luxurious décor that is both elegant and evocative of cultural stories.
A meaningful gift
The Indochine Chess & Checker Set is a sophisticated gift for those who cherish culture and beauty. Every handcrafted detail carries passion and the breath of heritage, ensuring that each gift is not merely given, but becomes a lasting, emotionally resonant keepsake.
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