As old chess sets and antique games become increasingly scarce, Luke aims to source antique sets and boards of a good quality, and in the best possible condition he can find them, often with history and provenance.

With this ingenious creation, players can now immerse themselves in the world of chess and backgammon on the go, unfettered by limitations, and without compromising on the joys of gameplay. Our backgammon set range involves a high quality collection of various different classic designs from around the world to choose from. Players can savor the cerebral challenge of chess one moment and then indulge in the excitement of backgammon’s tactical moves the next. The craft of applying pieces of veneer to a structure to form artistic and decorative patterns, designs or pictures is a technique that may be applied to a variety of objects. Each colour option offers a distinct character, allowing players to express their individuality and style through their chosen set.The board effortlessly transforms from a spacious 20-inch gaming surface into a compact and easily transportable package. For newcomers stepping onto the chequered battlefield for the first time, the folding chess set provides an accessible and user-friendly platform to learn and enjoy the games. Seasoned players can mentor and inspire beginners, while beginners can bring fresh perspectives and ingenuity to the table.

Luke Honey is a former expert at Phillips, Bloomsbury Auctions and Bonhams were he ran the Chess and Games auctions. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions.We are proud to present a selection of the Manopoulos collection of handmade Chess and Backgammon sets. Inch, The high quality chessmen are crafted completely by hand from solid wood by skilled artisans based in Amritsar India, Sure to give you many games. Personalised advertising may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of information under California and other state privacy laws, and you may have a right to opt out.