challenging games

Javanese artisan Widanti challenges you to this small but formidable puzzle in the shape of a stellated polyhedron. The brainteaser is carved by hand from natural teak wood. It has but one correct solution; can you find it?

Challenging one another in backgammon, abstract lovers kiss before and after a game. Ketut Sandi creates a game set for couples. The images in low relief adorn a kepelan wood box, which opens to reveal the game board. The playing pieces and dice are sculpted from sono wood.

Exalting the rich grain of teak wood, Widanti creates a complex puzzle in three dimensions. The cylinder is formed of 11 pieces that make it a challenge both to take apart and to reassemble.

Using beautiful teak wood, Java's Widanti designs this enchanting, challenging puzzle. The Javanese artisan crafts the puzzle by hand, highlighting the wonder of the natural grain of teak wood. With its natural look, the handcarved illusion is a stunning, entertaining addition to any space, certain to captivate.

To solve this puzzle, you must disentangle the loop of cord from a sequence of rings on interlinked pillars. This challenging puzzle design is believed to originate in China, perhaps as far back as the 2nd or 3rd century. Sometimes called 'Chinese Rings', they are also known as baguenaudier (French for "time-waster"). Widanti of Java presents this hand-carved puzzle that shows off the natural grain of teak wood and is sure to entertain.