Knight Chess Piece, British ca. 1250

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.dbzer0.com/post/55967992

Although the number of Knights and Bishops on the chessboard is the same, more medieval chess pieces in the form of Knights survive. This example, perfectly poised on his fine horse, battles a dragon, a symbol of evil. But for the lack of a halo and a princess in need of rescue standing nearby, he might be mistaken for Saint George, who, according to legend, slayed a dragon.

Making this post just to mention the death of Daniel Naroditsky. Can't stop thinking about it. He seemed like an absolutely lovely person and was easily the person who helped my chess most. I'd watch a few games of his and .y rating would go up. Loved his style, he was a a very natural teacher and very well spoken.

The way he spoke was very similar to a cousin of mine I'm close to who's the same age (who is getting engaged tomorrow) so its all a bit freaky to me.

Honestly don't even know what I wanna say. Rest in peace you lovely man. ❤️