Classic (1850–1920)
Curated classics from the Romantic and early classical period — attacking masterpieces, dazzling sacrifices, and foundational positional ideas.
Featured Games
Adolf Anderssen vs Lionel Kieseritzky
London 1851 · Casual · Result: 1-0
The "Immortal Game" — a spectacular king hunt featuring multiple piece sacrifices for a mating attack.
View GameAdolf Anderssen vs Jean Dufresne
Berlin 1852 · Casual · Result: 1-0
The "Evergreen Game" — a model attacking game with a famous queen sacrifice and mating net.
View GamePaul Morphy vs Duke Karl / Count Isouard
Paris 1858 · Opera · Result: 1-0
The famous "Opera Game" — rapid development, central control, and a decisive attack on the king.
View GameWilhelm Steinitz vs Curt von Bardeleben
Hastings 1895 · Tournament · Result: 1-0
A classic attacking display culminating in a picturesque mating net with all pieces joining the attack.