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A Turkish artist, Begüm Kılınç, created an astonishingly handy, minimal, simple, but beautiful chess set which you can learn more about now!

A Minimalist Chess Set Design Can Enhance Your Game Experience!

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It is great to see that artists never stop designing, even if the object dates back thousands of years. A Turkish artist, Begüm Kılınç, created an astonishingly handy, minimal, simple, but beautiful chess set. What makes this particular set so special is its simplicity and sustainability.

 

 

wooden chessman

Image Credits: Begüm Kılınç on Behance

 

As you know, the first chess in history emerged in India before the 600s AD. The Indian name of this board game is Chaturanga, which has spread all around the world over the centuries. In addition, over the centuries, chess evolved, and human beings established its modern form.

 

wooden bricks

 

 

As one of the most strategic and sophisticated games in the world, chess has evolved over the years in terms of both rules and design. But the design stage will probably never stop. The designer, Kılınç, created a minimalist and sustainable design. This design is different from the traditional ones. Because you cannot see any ornaments on the chessmen.

 

wine cork like design of chessmen

 

 

If you are a traditional player who is used to seeing traditional motives on the chessmen, you may not understand which one is check or dame. After checking the instructions and each chessman, you will easily adapt yourselves to the game.

 

playing chess

 

One of the best things about this chess set is its portability. You can easily place the Begüm Kılınç chess set in a laptop-bag-like bag, which is really compact and easy to carry. So, it does not matter if you play at home, at a café, or at a picnic. This minimalist chess set will give you a chance to enjoy your time without any negativity.

 

chess set design by Begüm Kılınç

 

Begüm Kılınç opts for birch wood for her chess board design. Unlike ornate chess set design examples, this one is simple but elegant. The birch wood material is not only eco-friendly but also authentic. To understand what it feels like to play chess with this design, you should consider having it!

 

chess set design by Begüm Kılınç

 

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