Estimated delivery : Mar 8, 2026 - Mar 16, 2026.

This khatam marquetry chess backgammon set is a collector-grade, reversible board designed and finished in France by Pilardi Atelier. Conceived as both a functional game and a sculptural object, it reflects the highest level of traditional marquetry craftsmanship and is intended to be played, displayed, and preserved over time.

Overview

Created as part of the Pilardi Atelier Collector Series, this one-of-one piece celebrates the purity and precision of full khatam marquetry. Every visible surface is composed of finely assembled geometric patterns, resulting in a harmonious object where cultural heritage meets contemporary collectible design. Designed as an heirloom, this khatam marquetry chess backgammon set is meant to endure visually and structurally for generations.

Craftsmanship

Approximately five weeks of meticulous handwork are invested in the creation of this piece. The reversible board features a chess playing surface on one side and a backgammon layout on the other, both entirely covered with hand-assembled khatam marquetry. Thousands of micro-inlaid elements in wood, camel bone, brass, and mother-of-pearl are aligned with exacting precision, requiring patience, discipline, and master-level expertise.

Once assembled, the surface is sealed beneath a crystal-clear resin finish, enhancing depth, contrast, and long-term durability while protecting the marquetry. This khatam marquetry chess backgammon set includes a protective hard case, a full set of chess pieces, and matching backgammon checkers, produced in collaboration with specialised master artisans whose savoir-faire has been transmitted across generations.

Materials & Techniques

Solid walnut wood structure

Full khatam marquetry (wood, camel bone, brass, mother-of-pearl)

Hand-assembled geometric marquetry patterns

Protective clear resin finish

Includes full chess piece set and backgammon checkers

Dimensions

Board: 49.5 × 49.5 × 6.5 cm

Case: 54 × 29 × 9 cm

Chess playing area: 28 × 28 cm

Collector Relevance

Produced in strictly limited quantity and never repeated in the same design, this piece belongs firmly to the category of collector-grade game boards. Its craftsmanship, rarity, and display presence make it an object intended to be kept, admired, and passed on.

This edition is a one-of-one piece.

Care & Preservation

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth

Avoid prolonged humidity, direct sunlight, and heat sources

Store inside its protective case when not in use

Packaging & Shipping

Presented in a protective hard case and carefully packaged, ready for gifting.

Ships from France with secure, tracked, and insured delivery. International shipping available where applicable.

SKU:PIL-KHAT-GEO-CHBG-46-003