Robben Island, Nelson Mandela | large
Immerse yourself in the distinct and flawlessly fashioned South African-themed chess set. Each piece is designed and meticulously hand-painted with a focus on intricate detail and colour. The standout figure, towering at 120mm, pays tribute to the iconic Winnie Madikizela Mandela. The wooden chess board features 50mm squares and the board size is 45cm x 45cm.
The symbolic arrangement of the chess pieces:
- The kings, embodied by Nelson Mandela and F.W de Klerk,
- The queens, represented by the eminent figures of Winnie Mandela and Mrs. De Klerk,
- The bishops, mirroring the personas of Desmond Tutu and Pik Botha,
- The knights, a homage to ANC journalists and Eugene Terblanche,
- The rooks, brought to life as the Robben Island lighthouse and the steadfast church,
- Lastly, the pawns, portraying the prisoners of Robben Island alongside their prison guards, adorned with their Old South African colours.
At House of Chess, we know how exciting it is to receive your new games and accessories—whether it’s a premium chess set or a classic family game. That’s why we offer flexible, affordable delivery options to get your order to you quickly and reliably.
Same-Day Shipping
Place your order and complete payment by 11:30 AM, and we’ll ship it the same day.
Delivery Speed
Johannesburg & Pretoria: Next business day
Major towns: 2–3 business days
Remote areas: Up to 5 business days
Delivery Methods
Choose the option that suits you:
Delivery to your door via our trusted courier
Arrange your own courier to collect from our warehouse
Collect in person from our shop:
House of Chess, 93 Malibongwe Drive, Robindale, Johannesburg
Nationwide Coverage
We proudly deliver to every corner of South Africa, no matter how remote.
For deliveries outside South Africa, please contact us for a custom quote.
Transparent Pricing
Delivery charges will be clearly itemised on your invoice—no hidden fees.
We’re committed to fast, safe, and seamless delivery—so you can start enjoying your games without delay.
Happy shopping!
— The House of Chess Team
When we receive your online order, an Invoice will be emailed to you. Payments can be made by EFT; and by Zapper or Snapscan, upon request.