Pieces

The History of Chess Bishops (And Why They Have a Cut on Top)

Chess pieces come in many intricate designs. But it’s easy to recognize a traditional chess set because of the particular stylization of the pieces. The bishop, in particular, is an interesting piece, both symbolically and in terms of its design. The bishop represents the Church, so there’s a lot of complex symbolism wrapped up in

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