French Staunton Acacia/Boxwood 4" chess pieces

French Staunton chess pieces, acacia and boxwood, 4 inches are a classic Staunton-style set of chess pieces made for regular play at home or in a club, especially on a larger chessboard. Their clean profile, handmade finish and weighted construction make them easy to use and well suited to a solid wooden board.

The pieces are made from boxwood and Indian acacia. Light and dark pieces are clearly distinguished by their natural wood tones, while the polished surface brings out the grain. The design is restrained rather than ornate, so it stays clear during play and works with many different chessboards.

This set includes 34 pieces: 16 light, 16 dark and 2 extra queens for pawn promotion. The pieces are weighted for added stability on the board, and each base is finished with green felt so they move smoothly across the squares.

Key details

• Product type: set of chess pieces
• Piece style: Staunton
• Set size: 34 pieces
• Extra queens: 2
• King height: 104 mm
• Pawn height: 50 mm
• Recommended square size: 55 mm
• Notation: no

With a 104 mm king, this set is best matched with squares measuring 55 mm. That gives the pieces enough room to sit comfortably on the board and keeps the position easy to follow. If you are building your own chess set, the French 4-inch model is a strong fit for a classic larger board.

You can store the pieces in cotton bags or in one of our wooden cases; for this model, size no. 8 is recommended. For help choosing the right board, see our chess size guide.