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Custom Reversible Chess and Backgammon Live Edge Game Table on Tulip Base
$1,532.61
£1,165.37
€1,295
CA$2,150.42
A$2,349.78
CHF 1,218.20
MX$28,071.47
NOK 15,502.39
SEK 14,513.91
DKK 9,863.43
About the Item
At first glance, this table captivates with raw natural beauty—a live-edge wood slab transformed into a masterpiece of functional artistry. The organic contours of the slab preserve the authentic rhythm of the tree’s edge, offering a tactile invitation that speaks of craftsmanship, character, and timeless elegance. Rooted in the live-edge tradition, a style celebrated since mid-century masters like George Nakashima popularized the marriage of raw form and refined finish, the piece radiates both natural authenticity and sculptural presence.
Yet this table transcends simple surface beauty; it is a rare hybrid of artistry and leisure. A reversible game board is discreetly inset into the wood, one side doubling as a backgammon field and the other as a chess or checkerboard.
This table rests upon a restored vintage white metal tulip base—an inspired nod to modernist elegance that lends structural grace while letting the tabletop remain its star. The combination of live wood warmth and sleek, period metal creates an arresting contrast ideal for interiors that prize both comfort and sophistication.
Functionally, the table is fully equipped for gaming, complete with a 32-piece set of Duncan Mold chess pieces in vintage green and yellow ceramic with medieval flair (Please note: backgammon and checker pieces are not included.)
This is a one-of-a-kind creation—an immersive conversation piece that bridges art furniture, mid-century modern lineage, and nostalgic game culture.
This table could also be used as an end table or coffee table with game pieces stored away.
Table: 35” Wide x 29.75” Deep x 17.75” High
Chess pieces:
King 1 3/8” Diameter x 4” High
Queen 1 3/8” Diameter x 3.75” High
Rooks 1 3/8” Diameter x 3.25” High
Bishops 1.25” Diameter x 3.75” High
Knights 1 3/8” Diameter x 3.5” High
Pawns 1” Diameter x 3” High
Condition: White base is refinished with new enamel paint. There are some wear in the glossy resin on the gaming board. Gaming board has some faint water rings on it when viewed at certain angles.
- Similar to:Eero Saarinen (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Width: 29.75 in (75.57 cm)Depth: 35 in (88.9 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. White base is refinished with new enamel paint. There are some wear in the glossy resin on the gaming board. Gaming board has some faint water rings on it when viewed at certain angles.
- Seller Location:Chattanooga, TN
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2255341869392
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