ScarletRose: Chess involves artistry, but isn't art in its purest sense. However a set is certainly art in its purest sense. And to avid chess players, combinations in play, certainly the "Game of the Centruy" was Chess Art plain and simple.
But to non-chess players, combinations and memorable games are nothing as there is no point of reference ;)
(hide) Tired of placing boats or Espionage pieces at the begining of the game? You can go to Game Editors and save some of your favourite positions for future use. (pauloaguia) (show all tips)