Rolls-Royce Unveils 'Chess Set' of Artisanal Accessories Collection
Apr 19, 2025
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The Rolls-Royce Chess Set is a work that unravels chess enjoyed by many people across time and culture from Rolls-Royce's own perspective, and contains the value of experience sharing with the aesthetics of hospitality pursued by the brand. It is completed with high-quality materials unique to Rolls-Royce and handcrafted technology with craftsmanship, and can be configured to suit individual tastes through various customized options.
A design reminiscent of a Rolls-Royce vehicle... Hidden drawers and magnetic chess pieces
The Rolls-Royce chess set was designed with a focus on the sense of 'movement', and was created after a total of one-year production process. The leather-finished supports rise gently from the center to both ends, reminiscent of the "Waft Line," a side curve unique to Rolls-Royce vehicles, giving the impression of floating on a narrow area.
The chessboard unfolds gracefully in a single movement, and the leather storage box hidden inside slowly rises up and dramatically reveals the chess horse. This delicate production reminds us of the elegant movement when Rolls-Royce's coach door is opened and adds a special sensibility. In addition, magnets are hidden under the chessboard so that chess horses are accurately placed during the game, and for this purpose, Rolls-Royce designers experimented with six types of magnets to implement a combination that exerts optimal magnetic force.
The drawers hidden on both sides of the chessboard are designed to be opened by pressing lightly, and extra queens can be stored for use when Pawn is promoted. The border of the generous-sized chessboard and horse compartment is finished with high-gloss aluminum, and the front and back of the chess set are engraved with the "Spirit of Ecstasy" symbolizing the brand to gracefully reveal Rolls-Royce's identity.
All components are completed through precise manual work. The aluminum chessboard grid was finely trimmed by hand after machining, and the veneer was cut with a laser and placed on the chessboard manually. All veneers used only wood processed from the same log to maintain the consistency of the wood grain, while also expressing a texture that naturally deepened over time.
At the same time, each chess horse is elaborately produced using a three-dimensional aspect, creating the impression of a sculpture in itself. The designers studied the silhouette of a traditional chess horse and arranged it vertically downwards to naturally connect it to a square support. The body is made of ceramic-coated aluminum, with a jewel-shiny metal head added to the top. The weight and cold touch of a chess horse in hand are reminiscent of a metal air outlet controller inside a Rolls-Royce vehicle. The black horse finished with a satin finish and the white horse finished with a subtle rainbow gloss to complete each atmosphere.
Apply Rolls Royce-specific Advanced Materials
The Rolls-Royce chess set is applied with the same high-quality materials used in the interior of the Rolls-Royce vehicle. The chessboard can be selected from four veneer combinations, and when viewed from above, the pattern arranged in diamond shape stands out. On the edge of the chessboard, a veneer with a long grain was used to achieve overall harmony.
The chessboard's surface finish consists of two types: high-gloss finish and open-pore method with natural texture, the former consisting of two combinations of "Blackwood & Ceramic White" and "Macasar Ebony & Royal Walnut," and the latter consisting of two combinations of "Smoked Eucalyptus & Paldao" and "Obsidian Ayows & Blackwood."
Customers can also choose the exterior finish and the leather color of the chess horse locker to match the atmosphere of the space where the chess set will be placed. It comes in a total of 13 colors, including cashmere gray, Phoenix red, Charles blue, Forge yellow, Iceland Morse, Skivarot gray, Attic white, Havana, Tailored Purple, Mandarin, Fioni pink, black, and lime green.
"The close relationship we have with our customers and the insight we gain from it inspires all the activities of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars," said Nick Abrams, an accessory designer for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. "Based on the fact that many customers enjoy chess, we have introduced a chess set that expands Rolls-Royce's unique sensibility and dignity in a new way." "This chess set, which captures the craftsmanship and high-end materials that can be experienced in Rolls-Royce vehicles, combines artistry and practicality, allowing the brand's philosophy to naturally permeate the customer's daily space," he added.
Rolls-Royce chess sets can be ordered from Rolls-Royce exhibition halls and Bespoke Experience Space Private Office worldwide.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
