A chess table is a table built with features to make it useful for playing the game of

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. 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

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Description

A chess table is a table built with features to make it useful for playing the game of

. A chess board is usually integral to the table top and often two drawers are provided to hold the pieces when not in use. Most chess tables have the board inlaid or

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, though cheaper tables may have it painted on. Chess tables can be extremely

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, 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

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, cedar, and

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

Location

Many cities and universities have chess tables in their parks and gardens. Many

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s also have chess tables. Most are the size of a normal

, although some are larger than life sets that use pieces that are about the size of a small barrel.

Gallery

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's constructivist design, 1925 File:Muzej Međimurja, Čakovec (Croatia) - stol za šah i mlin.jpg, Combined chess and mill game table File:Serpentine Gallery Pavilion, London, July 2010 (20).JPG, Colourful red and green chess table

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