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Wood puzzles, 'Five Puzzles' (set of 5)
By Mele
Great gift!
Men can be hard to buy for. This was a great gift because it looked attractive just sitting out, like a piece of decor, but also gave him things to fiddle with in idle moments -- particularly useful, as he was trying to quit smoking.
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Wood game, 'Mah Jongg'
By Roxann
Loved the gift
I have this set as a gift and they loved everything about it. Well made! Great delivery time too. Thank you!
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Wood puzzles, 'Logical Mind' (set of 6)
By Chelz
Christmas Gift
I am so glad I got this. I got it as a gift for my cousin who is a math teacher and is in love with puzzles. She was thrilled to receive these unique puzzles and appreciated their high quality.
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Waraporn Khamsuk Artisan crafted wooden games and tableware
Write a review"My favorites are the wooden games because I grew up with them. They teach me to think, plan and concentrate, and I apply these skills in my everyday life."
"I'm Waraporn Khamsuk and I was born in 1990 in Northern Thailand. I'm the eldest daughter in the family, and I grew up with the wooden games my father crafted. I'd watch him select wood, dry it naturally and assemble to complete a game. They are challenging and fun — something you'll never find in... read more
Popular Chess Sets & Games
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Upcycled Car Parts Chess Set Artisan Crafted in Mexico, "Rustic Warriors"
$297.99Heavy, rustic figures do battle on the chess field, conjured by Armando Ramírez's limitless imagination. Combining art and function, Ramirez sculpts each piece from automobile parts -- even the heads... Read More
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Mexican Artisan Crafted Recycled Metal Chess Set Game, "Rustic Pyramid"
$159.99Like pre-Hispanic warriors, rustic figures do battle atop a pyramid. This wonderful creation is the work of Armando Ramírez. Queens are fashioned of screws and bearings, kings are cogwheels and metal... Read More
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Onyx and Marble Chess Set in Brown and Ivory (7.5 in.), "Brown and Ivory Challenge"
$57.99The perfect home accessory for offering a cerebral challenge, this chess set from Mexico is presented by the Sierra Family. The artisans work with onyx and marble, diligently hand-carving each tile... Read More
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Rain Tree Wood Pig Puzzle from Thailand, "Piggy Puzzle"
$19.99Thai artisan Waraporn Khamsuk creates this puzzle out of rain tree wood, modeling it after the Japanese puzzles called Kumiki, or "to join wood together." When assembled, the thirteen-piece... Read More
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Spotlight on Backgammon & Chess Sets
The historical origins of chess are commonly attributed to a game played in India in the 6th century, chaturanga or "the four parts of an army," infantry, chariots, horses and elephants. The Persians took interest and adapted the game; from them comes the term shah mat or "checkmate." It is believed the Moors introduced the game to Europe via Spain. Since then, the fascination with chess continues to evolve and the game is played throughout the world.
Novica contributes to the worldwide propagation of the legendary game with chess sets that are crafted by hand from a variety of materials. In Brazil, Rogerio Martins transforms tin into original chess pieces, while Samuel and Francis Agbey hand-carve wood chess sets that are rich in African tribal stylizations. Khyali Ram perpetuates India's chess legacy with elegant wood sets, some of which include backgammon sets.
Ketut Sandi carves highly detailed ornamental backgammon and chess sets that also function as decorative tables. His inspiration comes from nature, the Ramayana, or Buddhist themes, amongst others.
Mexico's Armando Ramirez strategy is to approach the game from an eco-friendly position as he recycles auto parts into one-of-a-kind chess sets that challenge you to identify each piece!
