The Staunton chess pieces, the ones we know and love, the ones we simply think of as chess pieces. These classic chess pieces are named after Howard Staunton who was widely considered to be one of the best players in the world. The knight, the most intricate and distinct piece of any chess set, is a realistically carved horse head. The Staunton Knight was likely inspired by a sculpture on the east pediment of the Parthenon. The Metal Staunton by Manopoulos reinforces this architectural history of the original pieces while respecting their timeless design.

Our premium quality chess collection is the result of gifted sculptors’ inspiration and high level workmanship with a deep respect in the ancient Greek civilization. The use of the most advanced technology of die casting and metal plating and the choice of the best materials give our customers a 5-year guarantee. The chessmen are varnished and finished off by hand. We are proud to produce this unique chess collection engaged to great cultural value.

Walnut is a beautiful tree that symbolizes confidence and mental wisdom. The heartwood of the tree can range from a lighter pale brown to a dark chocolate brown with darker brown streaks. Color can sometimes have a grey , purple or reddish cast. The handcrafted Walnut Backgammon with side racks is available in 2 sizes. The playing field is a combination of walnut with oak & black color points.

This backgammon is handmade using the art of marquetry (also spelled as marqueterie) which is the art and craft of applying pieces of veneer to a structure in order to form decorative patterns and designs.
Our skillful staff use this method in order to create the interior design of the backgammon.

Handmade Backgammon

The Bauhaus movement was arguably the single most influential modernist art school of the 20th century. This game of chess with clean lines is typical of timeless Bauhaus style. It uses modest lines, circles and squares, reducing the pieces to their ultimate function — movement. The perfect chessboard for the Bauhaus style chess pieces features a unique leatherette inlaid design and compliments the pieces really well.

Black & White Leatherette inlaid chessboard with Bauhaus style wooden chessmen in black & natural.

The rich coloring and stunning patterns of the walnut trunk wood, make this veneer ideal for creating this one-of-a-kind backgammon. No two pieces of walnut trunk will be alike, even though they may be the same species, the pieces can vary greatly in appearance. The playing field is a combination of Thermo Oak veneer with walnut & Oak inlaid points.

Handmade inlaid backgammon made of walnut natural tree trunk, thermo oak with wenge and grey points

Classic Style - 2 in 1 Combo Game in Wenge Wooden Case -Chess/Backgammon

Boasting a Classic Artwork and including all pieces to play, the Classic Style 2 in 1 Combo game is a luxurious update on timeless family favourite games.

A marvelous Combo Games Collection that will bring style and joy into your home.