Hey Marco,

This site is groovy. :-)

I like the clocks.

-Mike

Hello, I enjoyed viewing your collection. Very impressive. In regards to your antique 4.4" Staunton Chess Set, I believe it is made by Jacques London not by Ayres. Your photos show the crown marks on the knights and rooks. There should be the makers mark Jacques London on the king which could have worn off over time. It is difficult to differentiate Ayres and Jacques as they both carry the crown markings but you can tell subtle differences in the knights that sets the brands apart.

Great photos and a wonderful collection

Congratulations on a lovely collection of chess sets and clocks! I have a few modern sets myself but must admit that they aren't a match for these great antique ones. Thank you for sharing!

Thanks for the magnificent chess photos. Love your collection, especially your clocks. Keep up the good work.

Mike Ladzinski

mooie site Marco, goegedaan, eerst zag ik schaken als een spelletje, maar nu blijkt het een complete kunstvorm te zijn. Keep on going!!

Thank you for this site, Marco! You have the gift of generousity, which comes through here with your good photographs and interesting information. Best. Milissa.

Hi Marco,
I have enjoyed very much viewing your very nice site . Your passionate comments about your sets are refreshing to read as we appear to share similar tastes,yes i do like your collection of playing sets . One day I hope we meet at auction and exchange views .

Well done Marco. I really like your comprehensive collection of Chess Clocks which you do not see too often in other collections.

Marco wat een pracht collectie en wat een vakkundige website. Chapeau, ik kan nog veel van je leren.