Our Craft – The Soul of Persian Art

Every piece we create is more than a game board. It is a living story – a journey into the heart of Persian culture, where art, history, and craftsmanship meet. Our backgammon and chess boards are not mass-produced objects; they are heirlooms, each one carrying the spirit of centuries-old traditions.

The Art of Khatamkari (Persian Marquetry)

Khatamkari is one of Iran’s most celebrated decorative arts, dating back hundreds of years. It is the meticulous process of arranging tiny pieces of wood, bone, and metal into geometric patterns so precise that even the smallest detail shines with harmony. Each star, each polygon, is cut and placed by hand – a task requiring patience, precision, and an artist’s eye.
What emerges is a shimmering mosaic, a surface that catches the light and reveals endless complexity. This craft reflects the Persian philosophy that beauty lives in detail, and that art is created through devotion.

Miniature Painting & Gilding

Alongside Khatamkari, our boards are adorned with miniature paintings – delicate brushwork inspired by Persian poetry, mythology, and nature. These hand-painted scenes echo the pages of illuminated manuscripts that once belonged to kings and scholars.
Gold leaf gilding and fine patterns further elevate the work, creating a surface that is not only a playground for strategy but also a gallery of Persian visual art.

Tradition Meets Function

While each board is a work of art, it is also fully functional. One side holds the timeless game of chess, the other backgammon – both games beloved in Persian culture for centuries. When you play, you are not just moving pieces on wood; you are continuing a tradition that families, poets, and kings enjoyed for generations.

A Legacy in Every Board

No two boards are ever alike. Each one is handcrafted by master artisans who dedicate weeks, sometimes months, to perfecting a single piece. By owning one, you preserve a fragment of Persian heritage – a legacy of artistry that is rare in today’s world of machines and mass production.

Our craft is not only about making boards. It is about keeping alive a heritage, a way of seeing beauty, and a connection between the past and the present. Every time you touch the polished surface, you touch history. Every time you open the board, you unfold a story.

“From Persian Hands to Your Home.”