Decorative Asian Wood Furniture Game Coffee Table

Decorative Asian Wood Furniture Game Coffee Table Description: Since ancient times, Eastern societies have been very fond of games. India is credited with inventing chess in the 6th century B.C. – named then ‘chaturanga’, after a great battle in the Hindu epic ‘Mahabharata’. Backgammon is thought to have originated in the Egyptian empire – known at the time as ‘Senat’, or the ‘Game of Thirty Squares’. Today, both these games are among the most popularly played past-times in the world. This multi-purpose table serves as a coffee table, and contains chess and backgammon games. Enjoy the elegance of South Asian woodcraft and play your favorite games on our Asian Leisure Game Table. Item Code: TMJY-01-1001-1-1288 Material: Hand-carved Rosewood, brass inlay Color: Brown Size: 20 inches L x 20 inches W x 18 inches H Condition: Made to orderShips within: U.S.- All StatesInventory: This product is made to order and is shipped directly from our warehouse in South Asia (No additional custom duties). It may take 4 to 6 weeks to ship.Product Type: Coffee TablesCategory: Home & Garden, Home Decor, FurnitureCountry of Origin: PakistanNote: Top inverts to chess board and backgammon. Pieces included. Table has two pull-out drawers for storage of game pieces. About the product: The Indian Subcontinent is famed for the legendary skill of its wood- craftsmen, Regional wood craft, especially from Punjab, Gujarat and Rajasthan, is admired for its intricacy and antique look. Modern South Asian wood-  carvers still use traditional tools, techniques and motifs in their craft and are adept at hand- polishing and metal inlay. Woodcraft is a form of religious, cultural and personal expression for the village artisan. His works live on, as his artistic heritage is preserved in the ever- lasting medium of wood.Our furniture collection consists of original hand- crafted pieces, made from strong, sturdy Sheesham wood. Our products are durable and long- lasting. Each item is stress- tested to assess the strength and endurance of its make. We only ship products that pass our high quality control standards. More Images: These are Authentic South Asian Furniture.