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Shut The Box,'Shut the Box Game'

After their sails were still for the night, Norman mariners would get out their dice and play Shut-the-Box. The simple and addictive game made its way around the world as trade increased among Europe, Africa, and China, and it remains especially... more

Novica Handmade Race Around The Track Wood Board Game

A race of luck and patience starts in this sublime creation by Thailand's Waraporn Khamsuk. With a racetrack composed of 57 slots, this amusing raintree wood board game invites you to challenge a friend to an intense match. more

Novica Handmade Spirited Game In Red Batik Wood Mancala Game

Mancala is a two-player game traditional in multiple regions. This board features a gorgeous floral batik design in red tones. more

NOVICA Triumph Hand Carved Black and White Onyx and Marble Game Suitable for Boys Girls or Family Night Decorative Chess Set

Black and white define a clear-cut triumph as opponents take to the chessboard. The Sierra Family crafts the chess set from natural onyx and marble, polished to perfection. more

Strategic Challenge,'Hand Crafted Mango Wood Ludo Board Game'

Give the boot to boredom on your next trip with this portable Ludo game set designed by India's Rakesh Pathak. You'll have a blast racing your opponents around the board from start to finish in this classic game of strategy. Designed with mango wood,... more

Code Breaker,'Hand Made Colorful Wood Peg Game from Thailand'

Waraporn Khamsuk presents a fascinating game from Thailand. Handcrafted from local rain tree wood, the game features a single board divided into a grid, with holes carved into its surface for the insertion of multicolored pegs. For two players, the aim... more

Roped In,'Handmade Raintree Wood Tic-Tac-Toe Game from Thailand'

Add a funky twist to the classic tic-tac-toe game with this design from Thai artisan Waraporn Khamsuk. Each "X" and "O" piece is hand carved from raintree wood. Instead of including a board, the artisan designs the game with nylon cords in a 3x3 grid... more

'Rose on Black' - Marble Tic Tac Toe Board Game from Mexico

The Sierra Family craft an original tic-tac-toe set from fine marble as pink veins and white squares contrast with sleek black. The whole family will spend hours aligning the nine playing pieces. As each piece is sculpted individually dimensions may... more

Dakon Batik,'Handmade Batik Wadang Wood Dakon Board Game'

Outwit your opponent with this lovely dakon board game presented by Balinese artisan Gunadi. Dakon is a traditional two-player mancala game originating in Indonesia. This game is hand made with wadang wood and features a sprightly floral motif achieved... more

Rose on Black,'Marble Tic Tac Toe Board Game from Mexico'

The Sierra Family craft an original tic-tac-toe set from fine marble, as pink veins and white squares contrast with sleek black. The whole family will spend hours aligning the nine playing pieces. As each piece is sculpted individually dimensions may... more

'Hand-painted Wood Batik Mancala Board Game from Indonesia'

Outwit your opponent with this lovely mancala board game crafted by Balinese artisan Gunadi. Mancala is a traditional two-player strategy game that originated in Indonesia. This foldable game is handmade with albesia wood and hand-painted with a... more

Tequila Loteria,'Traditional Ink on Paper Loteria Board Game Set from Mexico'

Played like bingo, the popular Loteria game from Mexico merges artistry and luck into an exciting game. Originally titled La Lotería Tequilera in Spanish—by Marina Pallares—this fun set includes 36 cards and eight boards, each with a unique combination... more

Lucky Strike,'Hand Carved Raintree Wood Tic-Tac-Toe Board Game'

Enjoy a classic game of tic-tac-toe with this handsome wood board game designed by Thai artisan Waraporn Khamsuk. Hand carved from raintree wood and rubberwood, the board features a place to keep your pieces while you ponder your next move. Get three... more

Blue Clever Leisure,'Blue Batik Wood Mancala Board Game Handcrafted in Java'

Traditional in several regions, mancala is a two-player game that encourages cunning and strategy. The folding board game features a hand painted blue batik pattern and natural pebbles for playing with your friends all day. Presented by Java's Gunadi,... more

Strategy Square,'Hand Made Wood Pegs Board Game from Thailand'

Handcrafted from rain tree wood, this striking game of strategy from Thailand is presented by Waraporn Khamsuk, featuring a square board with a grid of holes for the insertion of yellow and teal colored pegs. Intended for two players, the objective of... more

Cunning Multicolor Flowers,'Batik Wood Mancala Board Game Handcrafted'

This traditional board game features a multicolor floral batik pattern and pebbles for playing with your friends all day. Presented by Java's Gunadi, mancala is a two-player game that encourages cunning. This playful item also has an iron hinge that... more

Game of Patience,'Hand Carved Mango Wood Solitaire Marble Board Game'

Test your patience in this engaging solitaire marble jumping game designed by Indian artisan Rakesh Pathak. The object of this game is to remove all the marbles except one, preferably in the center of the board. The circular board is carved out of... more

Elimination,'Hand Made Wood Peg Game Teal from Thailand'

Designed for a single player, Thailand's Waraporn Khamsuk presents an excellent household challenge. Handcrafted from local rain tree wood, the game features a single square board with a small grid of circular holes for the insertion of pegs with teal... more

Maze Fantasy,'Hand Made Mango Wood Labyrinth Board Game'

Find your way home in this engrossing labyrinth game by Indian artisan Rakesh Pathak. Carved from mango wood, the game challenges you to guide a trio of stainless steel marbles through the circular maze and to the center, or "home." more

Double the Amusement,'Wood Chess & Backgammon Board Game Set with Storage Bag'

Elevate your leisure time with Karen Harutyunyan's cleverly designed two-in-one board game set. Meticulously crafted from beechwood, the board is equipped with practical handles and showcases enchanting Armenian symbols and patterns both on the... more

Double the Fun,'Handcrafted Wood Chess and Backgammon Board Game Set'

Experience a delightful blend of strategy and tradition with Karen Harutyunyan's ingenious dual-purpose board game set. Play a captivating game of chess on one side with meticulously carved, varnished pieces for durability and a glossy finish. Flip the... more

Double the Joy,'Wood Chess & Backgammon Board Game Set Handmade in Armenia'

Karen Harutyunyan brings you a versatile board game set designed for endless enjoyment. Engage in a strategic chess battle using the meticulously carved pieces varnished for durability and a glossy finish. For a change of pace, flip the board to... more

Double the Enjoyment,'Handcrafted Wood and Resin Chess & Backgammon Board Game Set'

Elevate your gaming sessions with Karen Harutyunyan's innovative two-in-one board game set. The beechwood and resin board, featuring brass accents, is graced by an Armenian symbol on the interior that offers a touch of cultural elegance. Experience the... more

Race Around the Track,'Handcrafted Raintree Wood Board Game from Thailand'

A race of luck and patience starts in this sublime creation by Thailand's Waraporn Khamsuk. With a racetrack composed of 57 slots, this amusing raintree wood board game invites you to challenge a friend to an intense match. Roll the dice and move... more

Game of Royals,'Traditional Embroidered Ecru Cotton Ludo Game from India'

Kings and queens battle in a game of luck and strategy presented by Asha Prabha from India. Crafted by a talented artisan team, this Ludo game features an embroidered ecru cotton flex board ornamented with diverse traditional details made from rayon... more

Oware table game, 'Asenn Dua' - African Wood Oware Table Game

This handsome version of the traditional oware game by artisan Kofi Tall Agudoawu features a table board in iroko wood (oak) painted in terracotta and dark brown colors finished with wax. The intriguing decorative motif is an asenn dua (cross) and the... more

'Hand Painted Tic-Tac-Toe Raintree Wood Game from Thailand'

Strategy doesn't get more fun than in a classic game of tic-tac-toe. Hand carved from rich raintree wood by Thai artisan Waraporn Khamsuk, the two-player game consists of hand painted blocks that nestle snugly inside a 3x3 gridded board. Get three in a... more

Double the Delight,'Hand Carved Wood Chess and Backgammon Board Game Set'

Immerse yourself in an afternoon of pure enjoyment with Karen Harutyunyan's inventive dual-function board game set. The beechwood board, adorned with Armenian symbols and patterns both in the exterior and interior, exudes cultural charm. Experience the... more

Challenge for Two,'Acacia Wood Chess Set and Backgammon Board Game'

Designed by India's Ashish Mehta, this clever two-in-one board game is perfect for rainy days inside. On one side, the hand crafted acacia and haldu wood game acts as a chess set, complete with hand carved pieces. Flip the board over and play a classic... more

Double the Excitement,'Armenian Handcrafted Wood Chess & Backgammon Board Game Set'

Discover the perfect fusion of entertainment and craftsmanship with Karen Harutyunyan's unique two-in-one board game set. Fashioned from beechwood, the board features practical handles and is adorned with exquisite accents and a captivating Armenian... more

Our Adinkra,'West African Math Teaching Tool Oware or Mancala Board Game'

Nine adinkra symbols that convey West Africa's collective wisdom adorn the lid of this intriguing game of oware. It opens to reveal the playing field of twelve depressions. Oware is a game of skill and strategy designed for two players, challenging... more

3D Tic-Tac-Toe,'Hand Made Wood Game Tic-Tac-Toe from Thailand'

Waraporn Khamsuk creates a challenging tic-tac-toe from Thailand. Handcrafted from raintree wood and rubberwood, the game features a square board with nine standing pegs for the addition of complementary X and O shapes. Just like traditional... more

Ludo,'Handcrafted Folding Wood Ludo Game'

Presented by Thailand's Waraporn Khamsuk, Ludo is a strategy game for two to four players, in which players race to get their four colored tokens all the way around the board by rolling a single die. Developed in Britain in 1896, the name Ludo is Latin... more

Red Discernment Spirit,'Handmade Batik Wood Mancala Game in Red'

Mancala is a two-player game traditional in multiple regions. This board features a gorgeous floral batik design in red tones. Presented by Java's Gunadi, the set also includes pebbles for playing with your loved ones all day, and its iron hinge allows... more

Brainiac,'Wood and Glass Marble Solitaire Game'

Stretch your strategic skills to the limit with Arti Sharma's handsome marble solitaire game. Indian artisans use rich mango wood to craft the game, diligently covering the board with shallow, hand-carved cups. The set includes 33 glass marbles and a... more

'Sudoku-Inspired Raintree Wood Game with Colorful Pieces'

L and I-shaped pieces create a challenge for the most cunning minds out there! Thai artisan Waraporn Khamsuk draws inspiration from the classic sudoku game, changing the numbers for hand-painted colorful dots. The pieces come with a square board, all... more

Oware table game, 'Sankofa Anoma'

Full of traditional meaning this oware table set is made of white ofram wood. Patiently carved by Kofi 'Tall' Agudoawu it is finished with linseed oil and wax. The game board is complemented with shiny beads made of recycled non-toxic lightweight... more

Ganga Garden in Yellow,'Floral Embroidered Travelers Backgammon Game'

The ancient game of backgammon can be traced back nearly 5,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia. From Asha Prabha in India, this pretty backgammon set includes a cotton canvas game board, perfect for travel. It is embroidered in colorful detail, and... more