The above game, Capablanca - Steiner game, Los Angeles 1933 was played
with living pieces in front of a large crowd and was composed beforehand.
"‘... in reality it was pre-arranged by Capablanca, who at that time refused
to play any other way. Naturally, I would like this known as it could not possibly
be considered an Immortal Game.’
That came from by Steiner in the March 1943 Chess Review.
Composing exhibition games especially with living pieces and a large crowd was to
ensure a short sharp finish. They did not want to see an 70-80 move long endgame.
Steiner's; "...it could not possibly be considered an Immortal Game.’
was said because Reinfeld included it in his: 'Immortal Games of Capablanca.'
which was published in 1942, a year after Capablanca passed away.
However, although composed it is still a mini work of art, consider
it an amusing study. Don't let the composed tag put you off.
It is well worth playing over, it has instructive value and entertains.
What more can you ask for from a game of chess.
I do however feel a wee bit sorry for the 7 human pieces
who got themselves all dressed up and were never moved.
Final Position