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

This tazhib chess and backgammon set is a collector-grade reversible game board designed and finished in France by Pilardi Atelier. Conceived as both a functional game and a decorative object, it is crafted to be played, displayed, lived with, and ultimately passed on.

Overview

Part of the Pilardi Atelier Collector Series, this tazhib chess and backgammon set showcases the refined elegance of hand-painted Tazhib miniature art. Traditionally used to illuminate manuscripts and royal works, Tazhib is reinterpreted here on a game board, transforming centuries-old artistic heritage into a contemporary collectible object.

The result is a balanced composition where ornamental detail, symmetry, and colour harmony coexist with clarity of use and presence. Designed as an heirloom piece, this set bridges cultural artistry and modern design in a form meant to endure visually and structurally over time.

Craftsmanship

Approximately five weeks of meticulous handwork are invested in the creation of this tazhib chess and backgammon set. The reversible board features a chess playing surface on one side and a backgammon layout on the other, each adorned with carefully executed Tazhib motifs painted by hand.

Every element is composed with controlled precision, respecting traditional proportions and decorative balance. Once completed, all painted surfaces are sealed beneath a crystal-clear resin finish, enhancing depth, luminosity, and long-term durability while protecting the artwork.

The set is completed with a handcrafted 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

Hand-painted Tazhib miniature artwork

Crystal-clear protective resin finish for clarity, shine, and resistance

Dimensions

Board: 49.5 × 49.5 × 6.5 cm

Chess playing area: 28 × 28 cm

Case: 54 × 29 × 9 cm

Collector Relevance

Produced in strictly limited quantity and never repeated in the same design, this tazhib chess and backgammon set holds a distinctive place within the Pilardi Atelier Collector Series. Its craftsmanship, rarity, and strong display presence position it among the most desirable collector-grade game boards.

This edition is a true one-of-one.

Care & Preservation

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Avoid exposure to humidity, direct sunlight, or heat sources to preserve the artwork and materials over time.

Shipping & Provenance

Presented in a protective hard case with elegant, gift-ready packaging.

Ships from France with secure, tracked, and insured delivery.

International shipping available where applicable.

SKU:PIL-BCG-PMK-006