Tazhib Chess & Backgammon Set – Turquoise
Tazhib Chess & Backgammon Set – Turquoise
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A one-of-one luxury chess and backgammon set, hand-painted with turquoise Tazhib motifs and finished with delicate Khatam marquetry accents.
This reversible wooden board features a chess surface on one side and a backgammon layout on the other. The composition is defined by luminous turquoise details, floral illumination, and refined geometric accents, creating a board that is both playable and highly decorative.
Overview
Part of the Pilardi collector selection, this hand-painted chess and backgammon set highlights the elegance of Tazhib-inspired miniature painting. The turquoise ornamental motifs bring softness, movement, and visual depth to the board, while subtle Khatam marquetry details enrich the chess area and backgammon points without overpowering the painted composition.
Designed as both a functional luxury board game and a decorative collector’s object, this piece is made to be played, displayed, and preserved.
Craftsmanship
The board is decorated by hand with Tazhib-style floral and geometric motifs, inspired by traditional illumination work. The painted details are applied with precision across the chess and backgammon surfaces, creating a balanced dialogue between colour, ornament, and structure.
Small Khatam marquetry accents appear in selected areas of the board, including the chess surface and backgammon points. These fine inlay details add texture and craftsmanship while keeping the focus on the hand-painted turquoise composition.
A clear protective resin finish enhances the depth and luminosity of the painted surface while helping protect the artwork over time.
This set includes a protective hard case, a full set of chess pieces, and matching backgammon checkers.
Materials & Techniques
- Wooden board structure
- Hand-painted Tazhib-inspired miniature artwork
- Turquoise floral and geometric motifs
- Khatam marquetry accents
- Clear protective resin finish
- Reversible chess and backgammon board
- Includes chess pieces and backgammon checkers
- Protective hard case included
Dimensions
- Board: 49.5 × 49.5 × 6.5 cm
- Case: 54 × 29 × 9 cm
- Chess playing area: 28 × 28 cm
Collector Note
This edition is a one-of-one piece. The same design will not be repeated.
This piece is part of Pilardi’s first collector release. As future editions may vary in rarity, craftsmanship, and production time, pricing may evolve accordingly.
Its hand-painted detail, turquoise palette, and reversible game format make it a distinctive luxury gift for a chess lover, backgammon lover, or collector of decorative board games.
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
Carefully packaged in its protective hard case.
Ships from Paris with secure, tracked, and insured delivery.
Crafted in Ispahan, selected in Paris.
Savoir-faire
Each Pilardi piece is the work of skilled artisans, combining traditional techniques — marquetry, hand-painting, block-printing — with a collector's eye for detail. Every object is one-of-one.
Shipping & returns
Each piece is carefully prepared and shipped from Paris with insured, tracked delivery. For deliveries outside the European Union, local customs duties, import VAT, or carrier handling fees may be requested by the destination country and are not included in the price. If a piece isn't right, contact us within 14 days of delivery.
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