Walnut Burl Backgammon Set

A beautiful backgammon set handmade in Greece by using the art of marquetry.

Using this technique each handmade set is exquisitely inlaid with lovely burled walnut wood veneer making these sets aesthetically unique and a pleasure to play with.Walnut burl is a beautiful tree that symbolises confidence and mental wisdom.  The heartwood of the tree can range from a lighter pale brown to a dark chocolate brown with darker brown wavy grains.

The playing field is a combination of walnut with oak and black colour points.Each set is packaged in a Manopoulos gift box and includes 30 olive wood pieces, 4 dice and a doubling cube. A set of dice cups is included with the larger size.

SIZE 30 x 20CM, 48 x 30CM
MATERIAL WALNUT
ORIGIN GREECE

MANOPOULOS

Founded in 1968 by Costas Manopoulos and inspired by his father's love and passion for games. Greek company Manopoulos are renowned worldwide as producers of exquisitely crafted classic board game sets, with inspiration derived from natural materials and with unparalleled attention to detail, Manopoulos is a family business with a rich heritage and a proud history.