Artists & makers
The people behind the pieces.
A game brings many creative disciplines to the same table. We look at the ideas, techniques and individual choices behind the objects we collect.
The sculptor & the woodworker.
Silhouette, weight and negative space give a chess piece its personality. Carving and turning translate these choices into an object that must be both expressive and comfortable in the hand.
The painter & the illustrator.
A palette can transform a familiar game. A painted surface, a finely drawn court card or a recurring motif creates a visual language that continues from the first piece to the last.
The designer & the finisher.
A table, a case and a playing surface need to work together. Joinery, edge details, leatherwork and the final polish bring the design into daily life.
A conversation with the makers.
For the maker, process or materials behind a particular piece, our concierge can help you explore its details. Artists and studios with a distinctive approach to games are welcome to introduce their work.