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The legendary Basuki naga or dragon is beautifully hand-painted on this excellent chess set from Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya in Bali. Crafted from teak wood, the board features unique angled drawers to keep the crocodile wood chess pieces secure.

After centuries of change the city of Bukhara has survived the passage of time, showing the modern world a glimpse of the ancient world while developing into a must-visit city full of culture history. Immerse yourself in the rich history and chess culture of Bukhara with this exquisite handcrafted walnut wood chess set. Inspired by the city’s contributions ofrenowned scholars and thinkers, Uzbek artisan Mukhamedali adorns the set with hand painted motifs that honor his city as a center of chess culture and knowledge. The set includes a versatile teal-blueboard that also doubles as a storage box for the pieces. Embark on a journey of strategy and bring the essence of Bukhara’s chess heritage into your home.

A royal challenge arrives from Indian lands, exuding majesty in every hand-carved detail. Motilal and Ayush use the best pieces of acacia, haldu and kadam wood to create this chess set, inspired by the region's regal beauty. The pawns boast natural brown and dark black hues to crown the set with elegance.

Powerful dynasties battle in a luxurious field, crafted by the talented artisans Motilal and Ayush of India. Rajasthan's ancient splendor inspires this sublime chess set, crafted from acacia, haldu and kadam wood to create a regal aura around each piece. The pawns are hand-painted in distinctive green and red hues, evoking the region's palatial complexes.

Monarch butterflies pose a challenge to all the intellectual minds around the world with this chess set handcrafted in Bali. Artisan Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya uses Keruing, crocodile and jempinis wood to create this precious game that includes a foldable board that also works as a storage box for the pieces, featuring little straps for a handy touch. As a magical accent, Gusti hand-paints colorful floral and butterfly motifs around the board, symbolizing change and hope.