Handcrafted Walnut Burl Backgammon Set (Large)
Handcrafted Walnut Burl Backgammon Set (Large)
Expert Praise
This backgammon set is a wonderful example of their ever-impressive craftsmanship
— Masters of Games
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Why It Made The List
Handcrafted in the ancient Greek city of Thebes, this large backgammon set draws on more than 50 years of specialist game-making and fine woodworking craftsmanship. The walnut burl exterior has a deep, highly figured grain, while traditional marquetry combines walnut, oak and wenge across the playing field for a rich, intricate finish. At 38 x 23 cm closed, it feels more generous and substantial in play than the smaller travel version, with built-in side racks keeping the 30 mother-of-pearl checkers neatly organised. Four dice, a doubling cube and wooden dice cups complete the set, all presented in a Manopoulos gift box. Handsome enough to leave on display, inviting enough to make people want to play.
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At A Glance
- Handcrafted walnut burl with side racks
- 30 mother-of-pearl playing checkers
- Walnut, oak and wenge playing field
- Large 38 x 23cm board, gift-boxed
- Dice, doubling cube and wooden cups included
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Exterior Material: Walnut burl
Playing Field Materials: Walnut burl, oak and wenge wood
Construction: Handcrafted using traditional marquetry techniques
Design: Contrasting wooden points with integrated side racks for checkers
Dimensions (Closed): 38 x 23 cm
Dimensions (Open): 38 x 46 cm
Weight: 1.4 kg
Checkers: 30 mother-of-pearl checkers
Dice: 4
Doubling Cube: 1
Dice Cups: 1 set of wooden dice cups
Packaging: Manopoulos gift box
Country of Manufacture: Greece
MORE DETAIL
MORE DETAIL
A handcrafted backgammon set that brings together traditional Greek craftsmanship and the rich, distinctive grain of walnut burl. With its warm natural tones and intricate woodwork, it's a game worth leaving out on display.
The large version measures 38 × 23cm when closed, offering a generous playing surface while remaining compact enough to store easily. An excellent choice for those who want something substantial to play on without the size of a full-sized board.
The exterior is finished in walnut burl, prized for its swirling grain patterns and natural variations in colour, ranging from pale brown to deep chocolate. Each board has its own distinctive character thanks to the natural figuring of the wood.
The playing field combines walnut burl with contrasting oak and dark wenge points, creating a refined, richly textured interpretation of the traditional backgammon board.
Each set is handmade using marquetry, a traditional woodworking technique in which carefully cut pieces of veneer are applied to a surface to create decorative patterns. The result is an intricate finish that highlights the different colours and grains of the timber.
Integrated side racks provide dedicated storage for the playing pieces, keeping everything organised between games.
The set includes 30 mother-of-pearl checkers, four dice, a doubling cube and a pair of wooden dice cups.
Handcrafted in Greece by Manopoulos and presented in a branded gift box.
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
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RETURNS
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