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  • How it works — Istvan Maar Photography's 3-step stretched canvas process: you choose your size and canvas depth (selected designs can also be personalised); we print to order on premium cotton-polyester canvas with museum-grade colour, hand-stretched over FSC-certified wood bars; we carefully package and ship it worldwide.
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Istvan Maar Photography

Wooden Chess Set Canvas (5236)

Wooden Chess Set Canvas (5236)

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Celebrate the warmth, grain, and natural beauty of wood with this Wooden Chess Set Canvas Wall Art by Istvan Maar Photography. This beautiful fine art print captures a classic wooden chess set in rich, warm tones — where the natural textures of the timber and the timeless elegance of the pieces combine to create a piece that feels both classic and deeply inviting.

A wonderfully versatile gift for chess enthusiasts, woodworking admirers, and anyone who loves natural materials and classic design. At home in a living room, study, or cabin — and a thoughtful choice for birthdays, Father's Day, or Christmas.

Available sizes:
40x60 cm | 50x75 cm | 60x90 cm

Material and quality:
Printed on premium coated canvas — a blend of cotton and polyester — with a weight of approximately 300-350 gsm and a thickness of 350-400 microns, giving you a sturdy, vibrant, and long-lasting print. The canvas is stretched over a solid wood frame with an approximately 4 cm depth, made from responsibly sourced wood, mainly FSC-certified. Hanging hardware is included for easy installation (hanging kit may vary by country of fulfilment).

Print on demand:
This is a print-on-demand product — each canvas is printed individually when you order. There is no pre-made inventory. Your canvas is produced and shipped directly to you or your gift recipient, ensuring a fresh, high-quality print every time.

Perfect for chess players, nature lovers, and admirers of classic wooden craftsmanship. Ships worldwide.

From Endre Simon's Chess Collection

The chess set in this photograph is part of Endre Simon's chess collection: sets and boards gathered from around the world over more than 40 years. Read how the photos came about in And Simon Says…, or watch the collector tell his story in the 'Chess without borders' video.

Materials

  • Responsibly sourced wood used for stretcher bars, mainly FSC certified wood, to make our canvas prints, ensuring a long-lasting and high-quality product.
  • the thick canvas has an approximately 4cm /1.6" thick wood stretcher bar
  • comes with hanging hardware included for easy installation
  • We use coated fabric, a blend of cotton and polyester, for our canvas substrate. This provides a weight of approximately 300-350gsm/110-130lb cover and a thickness of 350-400 microns, giving you a sturdy and durable product.
  • We've also included a hanging kit, which may vary depending on the country of fulfillment.

Product Dimensions

  • 40 x 60 cm / 16" x 24"
  • 50 x 75 cm / 20" x 30"
  • 60 x 90 cm / 24" x 36"

Packaging

  • we ship our canvas prints in protective packaging and strong boxes.

Production Partner

Gelato

  • Gelato is the world's largest print-on-demand network
  • Produces and ships from 130+ printing facilities in 32 countries
  • Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Australia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, USA
  • In most cases, products are fulfilled at the closest production center. Sometimes due to reasons such as stock availability, orders may be shipped internationally even if a fulfillment center exists within the same country.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Best gift for chess lovers?
Chess wall calendars and chess puzzle calendars make exceptional gifts for chess lovers of all levels. Our calendars showcase the incredible diversity of chess boards and sets from around the world — from ornate Swarovski chess sets and hand-carved sandalwood chess sets, to culturally iconic designs like the Don Quixote chess set and the Jesus chess set. Each calendar is a visual celebration of chess as art, history, and strategy. Chess puzzle calendars add an extra layer of engagement, with monthly challenges and solutions included — perfect for players who love to sharpen their game. A gift that inspires, decorates, and entertains all year long.

Chess related products?
We offer a range of chess-themed products that celebrate the art, culture, and history of chess from around the world. Our Chess Wall Calendars feature stunning photography of chess boards and sets from diverse cultures and countries — a beautiful way to enjoy chess every day of the year. For players who love a challenge, our Chess Puzzle Calendars include monthly puzzles with solutions, combining strategy with stunning visuals. For home décor, our Art of Chess fine art prints and stretched canvases bring iconic and culturally rich chess imagery to your walls — available framed or unframed, in a range of sizes. From the Uzbekistan chess set to Viking chess boards, each piece tells a story. Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift for a chess lover, our chess collection has something truly unique.

Are calendars good gifts?
Definitely. When people choose a wall calendar as a gift, they usually think less about the calendar itself and more about the recipient's interests, personality, and lifestyle, it is always a great gift. Hobbies, special interests, funny topics. Practical or decorative?

What type of photography is featured in your calendars?
All photographs featured in our calendars are taken by Istvan Maar. The collections showcase a diverse range of original photography, including Australian landscapes, wildlife, travel scenes, and artistic compositions captured over many years.

What paper quality do you use?
Our calendars are printed on high-quality premium paper selected to ensure excellent image clarity, vibrant colour reproduction, and a professional finish.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes, Istvan Maar Photography delivers internationally. The products are printed close to the delivery address.

Can I send a calendar directly to someone as a gift?
Yes, you can. Simply enter the recipient's delivery address at checkout, and we will ship the calendar directly to them. No pricing information is included in the package, making it ideal for gifting.