From the workshop of Italfama in Italy, this elm root and maple chess board is one of the most beautiful chess boards in our collection. Elm root is unique and colorful with brown and orange colors that intermingle creating irregular patterns. A wide black inlay defines the playing area while contrasting richly against the colors of the ELM burl and maple. An extra wide frame gives the board visual balance.

This colorful elm burl and whitened birds-eye maple chess board from Italy makes a stunning backdrop for these chess pieces. Elm burl is one of the most beautiful woods in the world with rich brown-orange colors and irregular grain patterns that swirl in every direction. Each piece of wood creates a unique chess board unlike any other. This is an inlaid board made with the highest quality veneer and assembled with precision by the skilled craftsmen at Italfama. It has 1.5 squares and measures 16.5 overall. This board and pieces together not only makes a wonderful chess set for your game at home, but will add interest and purpose to your dcor.

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