A chess set specially designed for the late Jeffrey Epstein has emerged, showcasing a controversial and unique concept. Images obtained from TMZ reveal the set featuring Epstein as the king piece and nine young women in suggestive poses representing various roles on the board. The set was crafted using photos taken in 2016 at a New York City photo studio.
The creation process involved a group of women in their 20s, referred to as the “queens,” who frequented the studio dressed elegantly for photo sessions that were later transformed into 3D-printed chess pieces. Approximately 600 photos were captured to produce a complete 36-piece set, including pawns, rooks, bishops, knights, and queens.
During the development, Epstein, unbeknownst to the shop employee, participated in capturing his likeness for the set. Interestingly, Epstein admitted his lack of knowledge about the standard number of pieces on a chessboard. Each side of the set showcases Epstein as the king, adorned in robes and crowns in black or white variations.
The entire project reportedly cost $5,000, a trivial amount for Epstein, who had an estimated worth of $600 million before his passing in 2019 while in custody awaiting trial in New York. Meanwhile, Sarah Ferguson has been embroiled in a new controversy after a revealing email exchange between her and Epstein surfaced.
In a 2011 interview, the Duchess of York admitted to accepting money from Epstein to settle her debts but condemned pedophilia. However, a subsequent private message to Epstein painted a different picture, referring to him as a “steadfast, generous and supreme friend” and apologizing for previous criticism. Ferguson’s spokesperson defended her actions, citing Epstein’s threats to “destroy her” as the reason for the conciliatory email.
James Henderson, Ferguson’s advisor, recounted Epstein’s menacing phone call and his vow to tarnish the York family. Henderson expressed shock at Epstein’s demeanor during the call, likening it to a chilling Hannibal Lecter-style threat. The incident left Henderson so disturbed that he saved Epstein’s number to avoid future contact, marking it as his sole interaction with him.
