Isaac Efremovich Boleslavsky                           SIZE OF THE PHOTO - approx. 8,5 cm x 5,5 cm   12TH SOVIET CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP:   This is a photograph from the famous 12th Soviet Chess Championship held in the Grand Hall of the Moscow Conservatory from September 4th through October 3rd, 1940. The 12th Soviet Chess Championship was truly a battle of the titans. Outstanding players such as Mikhail Botvinnik, Paul Keres, Vasily Smyslov, Alexander Kotov, Isaac Boleslavsky, Igor Bondarevsky, and Andre Lilienthal took part. This so-called "absolute championship" is rightfully considered one of the strongest USSR chess championships ever held. Here’s an excerpt from Mikhail Botvinnik’s memoirs. "It was a tough tournament. There were many participants and very few off-days. The Grand Hall of the Conservatory has excellent acoustics. The spectators behaved impudently, made a great deal of noise, and clapped all the time. The excellent acoustics only made matters worse. Supposedly, Sergei Prokofiev applauded Keres vigorously after the latter won a game. The other people in his box reprimanded him,, and then the composer remarked, "I have every right to express my feelings." Would my friend Mr. Prokofiev be happy if he were playing a trio and spectators applauding the violinist’s performance drowned out his piano piece? Chess players are in a worse position, though. A pianist can afford to play a few false notes amid booming applause, something a chess player isn’t allowed to do." The results of the 12th Soviet Chess Championship were truly sensational, since two young players, Andre Lilienthal and Igor Bondarevsky, came in first and second, respectively, leaving grandmasters Mikhail Botvinnik and Paul Keres, the tournament favorites, far behind. The unprecedented hype surrounding this tournament matched its historical significance. After all, the unofficial right to contend for the world championship crown, as well as the prestigious title of USSR champion were on the line. "The most difficult and most monumental tournament in which I’ve ever taken part has come to a close," Andre Lilienthal wrote. "I have no reason to be displeased with myself. First off, my win over Botvinnik himself wasn’t too bad. Secondly, I snatched what seemed to be an irrevocably lost point from Bondarevsky in the last round. Thirdly, I managed not to lose a single game. Fourthly, I wound up in the wonderful young company of Bondarevsky and Smyslov at the top of the leaderboard. A decisive match for the title of USSR champion is up next. I have to prepare thoroughly for it, which, first and foremost, means getting some much needed rest." Three months after the tournament was completed, on January 14th, 1991, the Soviet Committee on Physical Culture and Sports issued an order approving the tournament results and awarding Bondarevsky and Lilienthal, the tournament winners, grandmaster titles; however, this order was missing a key point, since it did not mention any sort of match between the two victors. That strange inconsistency came to light a month later when it was decided - through a behind-the-scenes power struggle - that one more tournament for the title of absolute USSR champion would be held, a tournament Mikhail Botvinnik won.       Art PK4

General view from the hall of the Moscow conservatory. 1940 ORIGINAL SOVIET CHESS PHOTO FROM 12TH USSR CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP IN 1940 YEAR.  SIZE OF THE PHOTO – 8,3 cm x 5,4 cm 12TH SOVIET CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP:   This is a photograph from the famous 12th Soviet Chess Championship held in the Grand Hall of the Moscow Conservatory from September 4th through October 3rd, 1940. The 12th Soviet Chess Championship was truly a battle of the titans. Outstanding players such as Mikhail Botvinnik, Paul Keres, Vasily Smyslov, Alexander Kotov, Isaac Boleslavsky, Igor Bondarevsky, and Andre Lilienthal took part. This so-called "absolute championship" is rightfully considered one of the strongest USSR chess championships ever held. Here’s an excerpt from Mikhail Botvinnik’s memoirs. "It was a tough tournament. There were many participants and very few off-days. The Grand Hall of the Conservatory has excellent acoustics. The spectators behaved impudently, made a great deal of noise, and clapped all the time. The excellent acoustics only made matters worse. Supposedly, Sergei Prokofiev applauded Keres vigorously after the latter won a game. The other people in his box reprimanded him,, and then the composer remarked, "I have every right to express my feelings." Would my friend Mr. Prokofiev be happy if he were playing a trio and spectators applauding the violinist’s performance drowned out his piano piece? Chess players are in a worse position, though. A pianist can afford to play a few false notes amid booming applause, something a chess player isn’t allowed to do." The results of the 12th Soviet Chess Championship were truly sensational, since two young players, Andre Lilienthal and Igor Bondarevsky, came in first and second, respectively, leaving grandmasters Mikhail Botvinnik and Paul Keres, the tournament favorites, far behind. The unprecedented hype surrounding this tournament matched its historical significance. After all, the unofficial right to contend for the world championship crown, as well as the prestigious title of USSR champion were on the line. "The most difficult and most monumental tournament in which I’ve ever taken part has come to a close," Andre Lilienthal wrote. "I have no reason to be displeased with myself. First off, my win over Botvinnik himself wasn’t too bad. Secondly, I snatched what seemed to be an irrevocably lost point from Bondarevsky in the last round. Thirdly, I managed not to lose a single game. Fourthly, I wound up in the wonderful young company of Bondarevsky and Smyslov at the top of the leaderboard. A decisive match for the title of USSR champion is up next. I have to prepare thoroughly for it, which, first and foremost, means getting some much needed rest." Three months after the tournament was completed, on January 14th, 1991, the Soviet Committee on Physical Culture and Sports issued an order approving the tournament results and awarding Bondarevsky and Lilienthal, the tournament winners, grandmaster titles; however, this order was missing a key point, since it did not mention any sort of match between the two victors. That strange inconsistency came to light a month later when it was decided - through a behind-the-scenes power struggle - that one more tournament for the title of absolute USSR champion would be held, a tournament Mikhail Botvinnik won.   Арт ПК7

Good rare block of stamps. Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year in Judaism. Its central themes are atonement and repentance. Jews traditionally observe this holy day with an approximate 25-hour period of fasting and intensive prayer, often spending most of the day in synagogue services.  Size 23x19 cm Art kl 2 - 9  

Material: metal Diameter: 80mm Thickness: 7 mm

Stamp and mark of the World Championship Karpov-Kasparov. ART PK-7

Alexander Roshal’s Honorary diploma signed by B.Pastukhov, the Firest Secretary of the Central Committee of the Komsomol. 1981 «The Central Committee of All-Union Leninist Young Communist League» awarded the Alexander Borisovich Roshal for his great contribution to the victory in the world chess championship, active participation in the Communist education of youth. December 2, 1981»   Dimensions: approx. 220 * 295 mm Alexander Borisovich Roshal (1936 – 2007) was a Soviet chess master and journalist, the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the magazine «64» Boris Nikolayevich Pastukhov (1933) — Soviet and Russian diplomat (1986-1992), the Soviet Komsomol and statesman. The First Secretary of the Komsomol Central Committee (1977-1982).  EK-51

Chess Scoresheet: XIV Schach Olympiade. Leipzig. 1960October 18, 1960Mato Damjanovic vs BaswedanPK6

Set of Croatian Art Mini Books: Giotto. El Greco. Botticelli. Delacroix. 1986 Preface: Mina BaciTitle: Doto (Giotto)155 pages Preface: Lionelo PupiTitle: El Greko (El Greco)156 pages Preface: Lujza VertovaTitle: Boticeli (Botticelli)156 pages Preface: Mikelandelo MasotaTitle: Delakroa (Delacroix)155 pages Dimensions of one book: 70 * 110 mmPublished: Beograd, 1986Language: Croatian

2 envelope and 2 postcards, issued on the occasion of the Karpov - Kasparov World Championship Match. 1985 One of the two envelopes signed by by Garry Kasparov ?ommemorative art stamp Moscow, 1985 PK6

Dimensions 17 X27,5 cm Fussball Club Luzern  1970s-80s.With its original plastic bag. Art Polka eBay

Russian Chess Book: Author: Alexander Alekhine Title: New-York 1927 International Chess Tournament Published: Moscow – Leningrad, 1930 Binding: Hard. 184 pages The cover is a little damaged.EK30

Full color printing. On coated paper.Chess is a Royal game that will be taught to you by the chess king - multiple world champion Anatoly Karpov. You will learn about the manners and habits of the figures, learn how to attack vigorously and defend in cold blood. You will learn a lot of tricks and traps that can be put careless rivals and, equally important, learn how not to get into them. Having made a journey through the pages of this book, you with the help of a great chess player will prepare for his first chess battle - against mom or dad, friend or computer, on the Internet or in a competition. The book will allow your child to easily learn the rules of the game, will help him to win not only chess, but also in life. After all, chess develops perseverance, logical thinking and memory, learn to use time rationally. According to this tutorial, teachers, coaches or parents, even with minimal chess training will be able to teach children the basics of wise play. The book is colorfully decorated and will be a great gift to anyone who wants to learn the ancient and wise game. 1. Anatoly Karpov's Color Chess Textbook. First stage. Gift edition.Publisher: Russian Chess HouseAuthor(s): KarpovLanguage: RussianFormat: Increased(approx. 30x22.5 cm)Pages: 136Binding: HardcoverYear of issue: 20172. Anatoly Karpov's Color Chess Textbook. Second stage. Gift editionPublisher: Russian Chess HouseAuthor(s): KarpovYear of issue: 2019Language: RussianFormat: Increased(approx. 30x22.5 cm)Volume: 128Binding: HardcoverDate: 2019