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(338 items)Explore NOVICA's Chess Sets & Games Collection. Discover handcrafted chess sets, dominoes, dakon, jigsaws, kites, ring tosses and hand-carved puzzles in this diverse collection designed to delight any age.
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Teak wood puzzle, 'Red Omed-Omedan'
By Elizabeth
Very fun for puzzlers
I gave this to my son who can solve a Rubik’s cube in under a minute. I could tell he was delighted with the gift, even though his first moves seemed to add to the tangle.... looking forward to seeing him solve this eventually.
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Wood game, 'Stacking Tower'
By Alice
Pretty and fun
This game is both functional and aesthetically pleasing! The wooden pieces make a satisfying sound when they hit the table. Its well made, and I appreciate the little pull-out door at the bottom that allows you to slide the completed tower onto the table easily.
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Wood game, 'Extreme Tic-Tac-Toe'
By Linda
Fun fun fun
Bought this to play with my granddaughter. Beautiful workmanship and perfect size to play with a 9 year old…even if she is ver good at the game! Lololol
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Spotlight on Backgammon & Chess Sets
The historical origins of chess are commonly attributed to a game played in India in the 6th century, chaturanga or "the four parts of an army," infantry, chariots, horses and elephants. The Persians took interest and adapted the game; from them comes the term shah mat or "checkmate." It is believed the Moors introduced the game to Europe via Spain. Since then, the fascination with chess continues to evolve and the game is played throughout the world.
Novica contributes to the worldwide propagation of the legendary game with chess sets that are crafted by hand from a variety of materials. In Brazil, Rogerio Martins transforms tin into original chess pieces, while Samuel and Francis Agbey hand-carve wood chess sets that are rich in African tribal stylizations. Khyali Ram perpetuates India's chess legacy with elegant wood sets, some of which include backgammon sets.
Ketut Sandi carves highly detailed ornamental backgammon and chess sets that also function as decorative tables. His inspiration comes from nature, the Ramayana, or Buddhist themes, amongst others.
Mexico's Armando Ramirez strategy is to approach the game from an eco-friendly position as he recycles auto parts into one-of-a-kind chess sets that challenge you to identify each piece!
