Chess table

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A chess table is a table built with features to make it useful for playing the game of chess. They can come in various sizes and shapes, and are usually made of solid wood. They can be found in some cities and other public areas. Most are of a similar size to a picnic table.

Description

A chess table is a

, well made and potentially expensive pieces of furniture. A chess table is not necessary to play chess and is not restricted only to playing chess.

Materials

Chess tables are typically made of solid wood, with

] being the most popular. Exotic wood versions are also available.

Location

Many cities and universities have chess tables in their parks and gardens. Many coffeehouses also have chess tables. Most are the size of a normal picnic table,^{[citation needed]} although some are larger than life sets that use pieces that are about the size of a small barrel.^{[citation needed]}

See also

• Chess equipment
• Park furniture

Gallery

• 
  constructivist

  design, 1925
• 
  Combined chess and mill game table
• 
  Colourful red and green chess table

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