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The Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces are one of the two largest life size chess sets in the world. Hand-crafted in Southern California by some of the finest fibreglass artisans in the industry, this is a chess set built to function as the central visual statement of a room, garden, terrace, foyer, or estate. Where most chess sets earn their place through quality of play, this one earns its place through sheer scale and presence.
The set features 32 individually hand-crafted pieces in traditional Staunton style, with the King standing 180cm tall and weighing approximately 10kg, and pawns standing 89cm tall. Each piece is constructed from durable lightweight fibreglass and resin, with a protective Gel Coat finish that gives the pieces their high-gloss white and black appearance and protects them against the elements. Despite their imposing size, the pieces are light enough to be moved easily across the board — even a child can pick up the King.
This is a showpiece chess set in every sense of the word. It belongs in the lobbies of luxury hotels and resorts, the gardens of country estates, the terraces of corporate headquarters, and the foyers of any property where genuine architectural-scale presence is the goal. It is also a serious functional chess set that can be played by adults and children alike, with the same artistry and intent that has made the Staunton design the standard for chess pieces worldwide.
There is no other chess set we carry at Sterling Chess that compares to the 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces in scale or visual impact. A King standing nearly six feet tall transforms any space it occupies into something extraordinary. Placed in a hotel lobby, a resort garden, a corporate atrium, or the grounds of a private estate, the set becomes the central feature of the environment — the conversation piece, the photograph backdrop, the reason people stop and look.
The Staunton design is the same design used by every serious chess set since the mid-19th century, but scaled to architectural dimensions. The proportions are correct, the silhouettes are immediately recognisable, and the Knight in particular carries an artistry that makes the entire set visually compelling on close inspection as well as from across a space. The pieces have been featured in some of the most prestigious resorts, country clubs, vineyards, and corporate settings worldwide.
For commercial buyers, this is a chess set that delivers genuine visual return on investment. For private buyers with the space to accommodate it, it is one of the most distinctive purchases available in the chess world.
The 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces are at home in any environment with the space to display them properly:
The set requires a playing area of approximately 4.8m x 4.8m for a properly proportioned chess board (using 60cm squares), which is the recommended layout for this scale of piece. A custom-made chess board mat or tiled chess board surface can be commissioned to suit the location.
Each Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Set is hand-crafted in Southern California by the same artisans who have produced these sets for over two decades. The fibreglass resin construction process involves moulding each piece individually, finishing the surface by hand, and applying the protective Gel Coat finish that gives the pieces their characteristic high-gloss appearance.
Because each set is hand-crafted, minor variation between individual pieces of plus or minus 5% is a characteristic of the manufacturing process rather than a defect. This is consistent with the bespoke nature of large-scale fibreglass art and adds to the individual character of every set delivered.
Fibreglass resin is the natural material for chess pieces of this scale. It is light enough for the pieces to be moved easily by hand, strong enough to withstand outdoor display, and finishes beautifully under the Gel Coat. Round plywood weight covers can be added to the bases of pieces if additional stability is required for windy locations.
The pieces are suitable for permanent outdoor display in most Australian climates, though as with all premium outdoor display pieces, indoor storage during extreme weather conditions is recommended to extend the life of the finish.
The Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces sit in a category of their own at Sterling Chess. This is not a chess set for casual home play — it is a chess set for buyers who want one of the most visually impressive chess installations available anywhere in the world. The Southern California craftsmanship is genuine, the scale is extraordinary, and the visual impact in the right setting is unlike any other product we carry. For luxury hotels, resorts, corporate headquarters, country estates, and private buyers with the space to do it justice, this is the definitive top-tier showpiece chess set. A true centrepiece.
— Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
The Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces are hand-crafted in Southern California by master fibreglass artisans with over two decades of experience producing premium giant chess sets.
Yes. The fibreglass resin construction with protective Gel Coat finish is designed for outdoor display. The pieces are suitable for resort gardens, terraces, and outdoor estate settings. For extended life of the finish, indoor storage during extreme weather conditions is recommended.
For correctly proportioned play, a board with 60cm squares (4.8m x 4.8m total) is the recommended layout. The King base is 50cm in diameter, so squares smaller than 60cm will not allow comfortable movement of the pieces.
The pieces are designed to be lightweight despite their scale. The King weighs approximately 10kg, the Queen 8.2kg, the Knight 8.5kg, the Bishop 6.5kg, the Rook 5.5kg, and each Pawn 3.2kg. The pieces can be moved by adults and older children without difficulty.
Yes. Each set is hand-crafted to order in Southern California, with a lead time of approximately four months from order placement to delivery. To confirm an order, a 50% deposit is required at the time of placement. Final payment is required seven days before shipment to your location.
Yes. Individual pieces are available — contact the Sterling Chess team directly to discuss specific requirements.
The 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces suit luxury hotels, resorts, country clubs, vineyards, corporate headquarters, country estates, large private residences, and any commercial or residential setting with the physical space to display the pieces properly. The set is also suitable for serious collectors who want one of the most impressive chess installations available worldwide.
|
Piece |
Quantity |
Height |
Base diameter |
Weight |
|
King |
2 |
180cm |
50cm |
10kg |
|
Queen |
2 |
150cm |
46cm |
8.2kg |
|
Bishop |
4 |
146cm |
40cm |
6.5kg |
|
Knight |
4 |
125cm |
40cm |
8.5kg |
|
Rook |
4 |
105cm |
40cm |
5.5kg |
|
Pawn |
16 |
89cm |
33cm |
3.2kg |
|
Total pieces |
32 |
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
Material |
Fibreglass resin with protective Gel Coat finish |
|
Piece design |
Traditional Staunton |
|
Recommended board size |
4.8m x 4.8m (60cm squares) |
|
Light side finish |
High-gloss white |
|
Dark side finish |
High-gloss black |
|
Manufacturing |
Hand-crafted in Southern California, USA |
|
Lead time |
Approximately 4 months from order placement |
|
Production variance |
Plus or minus 5% due to hand production |
|
Brand |
Sterling Chess |
Chess board surface (mat or tiled) sold separately. Optional plywood weight covers available on request.
This product is backed by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty covering manufacturing defects under standard residential use. The warranty does not extend to commercial misuse, normal wear and tear, weathering effects, or storage damage. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law — buyers are entitled to a replacement or refund for major failures, and to repair or replacement for failures that do not amount to major failure. For warranty support, contact the Sterling Chess team and we will guide you through the process.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
The Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces are one of the two largest life size chess sets in the world. Hand-crafted in Southern California by some of the finest fibreglass artisans in the industry, this is a chess set built to function as the central visual statement of a room, garden, terrace, foyer, or estate. Where most chess sets earn their place through quality of play, this one earns its place through sheer scale and presence.
The set features 32 individually hand-crafted pieces in traditional Staunton style, with the King standing 180cm tall and weighing approximately 10kg, and pawns standing 89cm tall. Each piece is constructed from durable lightweight fibreglass and resin, with a protective Gel Coat finish that gives the pieces their high-gloss white and black appearance and protects them against the elements. Despite their imposing size, the pieces are light enough to be moved easily across the board — even a child can pick up the King.
This is a showpiece chess set in every sense of the word. It belongs in the lobbies of luxury hotels and resorts, the gardens of country estates, the terraces of corporate headquarters, and the foyers of any property where genuine architectural-scale presence is the goal. It is also a serious functional chess set that can be played by adults and children alike, with the same artistry and intent that has made the Staunton design the standard for chess pieces worldwide.
There is no other chess set we carry at Sterling Chess that compares to the 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces in scale or visual impact. A King standing nearly six feet tall transforms any space it occupies into something extraordinary. Placed in a hotel lobby, a resort garden, a corporate atrium, or the grounds of a private estate, the set becomes the central feature of the environment — the conversation piece, the photograph backdrop, the reason people stop and look.
The Staunton design is the same design used by every serious chess set since the mid-19th century, but scaled to architectural dimensions. The proportions are correct, the silhouettes are immediately recognisable, and the Knight in particular carries an artistry that makes the entire set visually compelling on close inspection as well as from across a space. The pieces have been featured in some of the most prestigious resorts, country clubs, vineyards, and corporate settings worldwide.
For commercial buyers, this is a chess set that delivers genuine visual return on investment. For private buyers with the space to accommodate it, it is one of the most distinctive purchases available in the chess world.
The 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces are at home in any environment with the space to display them properly:
The set requires a playing area of approximately 4.8m x 4.8m for a properly proportioned chess board (using 60cm squares), which is the recommended layout for this scale of piece. A custom-made chess board mat or tiled chess board surface can be commissioned to suit the location.
Each Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Set is hand-crafted in Southern California by the same artisans who have produced these sets for over two decades. The fibreglass resin construction process involves moulding each piece individually, finishing the surface by hand, and applying the protective Gel Coat finish that gives the pieces their characteristic high-gloss appearance.
Because each set is hand-crafted, minor variation between individual pieces of plus or minus 5% is a characteristic of the manufacturing process rather than a defect. This is consistent with the bespoke nature of large-scale fibreglass art and adds to the individual character of every set delivered.
Fibreglass resin is the natural material for chess pieces of this scale. It is light enough for the pieces to be moved easily by hand, strong enough to withstand outdoor display, and finishes beautifully under the Gel Coat. Round plywood weight covers can be added to the bases of pieces if additional stability is required for windy locations.
The pieces are suitable for permanent outdoor display in most Australian climates, though as with all premium outdoor display pieces, indoor storage during extreme weather conditions is recommended to extend the life of the finish.
The Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces sit in a category of their own at Sterling Chess. This is not a chess set for casual home play — it is a chess set for buyers who want one of the most visually impressive chess installations available anywhere in the world. The Southern California craftsmanship is genuine, the scale is extraordinary, and the visual impact in the right setting is unlike any other product we carry. For luxury hotels, resorts, corporate headquarters, country estates, and private buyers with the space to do it justice, this is the definitive top-tier showpiece chess set. A true centrepiece.
— Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
The Sterling Chess 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces are hand-crafted in Southern California by master fibreglass artisans with over two decades of experience producing premium giant chess sets.
Yes. The fibreglass resin construction with protective Gel Coat finish is designed for outdoor display. The pieces are suitable for resort gardens, terraces, and outdoor estate settings. For extended life of the finish, indoor storage during extreme weather conditions is recommended.
For correctly proportioned play, a board with 60cm squares (4.8m x 4.8m total) is the recommended layout. The King base is 50cm in diameter, so squares smaller than 60cm will not allow comfortable movement of the pieces.
The pieces are designed to be lightweight despite their scale. The King weighs approximately 10kg, the Queen 8.2kg, the Knight 8.5kg, the Bishop 6.5kg, the Rook 5.5kg, and each Pawn 3.2kg. The pieces can be moved by adults and older children without difficulty.
Yes. Each set is hand-crafted to order in Southern California, with a lead time of approximately four months from order placement to delivery. To confirm an order, a 50% deposit is required at the time of placement. Final payment is required seven days before shipment to your location.
Yes. Individual pieces are available — contact the Sterling Chess team directly to discuss specific requirements.
The 180cm Lifesize Chess Pieces suit luxury hotels, resorts, country clubs, vineyards, corporate headquarters, country estates, large private residences, and any commercial or residential setting with the physical space to display the pieces properly. The set is also suitable for serious collectors who want one of the most impressive chess installations available worldwide.
|
Piece |
Quantity |
Height |
Base diameter |
Weight |
|
King |
2 |
180cm |
50cm |
10kg |
|
Queen |
2 |
150cm |
46cm |
8.2kg |
|
Bishop |
4 |
146cm |
40cm |
6.5kg |
|
Knight |
4 |
125cm |
40cm |
8.5kg |
|
Rook |
4 |
105cm |
40cm |
5.5kg |
|
Pawn |
16 |
89cm |
33cm |
3.2kg |
|
Total pieces |
32 |
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
Material |
Fibreglass resin with protective Gel Coat finish |
|
Piece design |
Traditional Staunton |
|
Recommended board size |
4.8m x 4.8m (60cm squares) |
|
Light side finish |
High-gloss white |
|
Dark side finish |
High-gloss black |
|
Manufacturing |
Hand-crafted in Southern California, USA |
|
Lead time |
Approximately 4 months from order placement |
|
Production variance |
Plus or minus 5% due to hand production |
|
Brand |
Sterling Chess |
Chess board surface (mat or tiled) sold separately. Optional plywood weight covers available on request.
This product is backed by a 12-month limited manufacturer warranty covering manufacturing defects under standard residential use. The warranty does not extend to commercial misuse, normal wear and tear, weathering effects, or storage damage. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law — buyers are entitled to a replacement or refund for major failures, and to repair or replacement for failures that do not amount to major failure. For warranty support, contact the Sterling Chess team and we will guide you through the process.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
