Polo Marquetry Chess Backgammon Set – Hand-Painted Edition | Pilardi
Polo Marquetry Chess Backgammon Set – Hand-Painted Edition | Pilardi
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- Hand-painted piece
- Last piece available
- Free tracked delivery in France
- 14-day returns available
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This polo marquetry chess backgammon set is part of the Pilardi Atelier Collector Series, handcrafted in extremely limited editions. More than a game, it is a functional art piece made to live on a table as a statement object and to be passed down through generations.
Artistry & Craftsmanship
Approximately five weeks of meticulous artistic work are dedicated to this piece. The reversible board — chess on one side and backgammon on the other — is enriched with hand-painted miniature artwork depicting dynamic equestrian scenes rich in expression and storytelling.
A premium clear resin finish seals the artwork, enhancing depth, colour, and movement while ensuring lasting protection.
The set includes a handcrafted hard case, full chess pieces, and backgammon checkers — each element created by artisans whose mastery of miniature art and fine woodworking has been refined over generations.
Materials & Techniques
• Solid walnut wood, sculpted into a distinctive wavy silhouette
• Miniature hand-painting with fine detailing and subtle gold accents
• Artwork sealed under a crystal-clear resin coat for brilliance, clarity, and durability
Dimensions
• Board: 49.5 × 49.5 × 6.5 cm
• Case: 54 × 29 × 9 cm
• Chess playing area: 28 × 28 cm
Collector Significance
Part of the Pilardi Atelier Collector Series, produced in extremely limited, non-repeatable editions.
This piece exists as one single unit worldwide, with no reproduction of the same design.
Its rarity, craftsmanship, and sculptural visual presence make it a coveted collectible for connoisseurs of functional art.
Care & Preservation
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid contact with water, humidity, heat sources, or direct sunlight to preserve the finish and the integrity of the artwork.
Shipping & Provenance
Delivered in a protective hard case with elegant gift-ready packaging.
Ships from France with secure, tracked, and insured delivery.
International shipping available depending on destination.
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, customs duties, import VAT, or carrier handling fees may be requested by the destination country and are not included in the price. Returns must be requested within 14 calendar days of delivery and are subject to our Return Policy. Items must be returned unused, complete, undamaged, and in their original packaging.
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