Beautifully hand-crafted and quietly sculptural, this 19th-century American Folk Art game board was made not in a factory, but by someone who clearly knew their way around a piece of wood. Sixty-four walnut and maple squares form the playing field, each carefully inlaid and bordered by a thin maple band. All of it is set into a single solid piece of walnut—an unusual and sophisticated construction—and then framed with applied walnut molding for added weight and presence. The surface is worn just enough to tell its story: a soft, rich patina from years of friendly competition and everyday use. A wire has been added to the back for hanging, making it just as compelling on the wall as it is laid flat for a game of chess or checkers. This is Folk Art in its truest form—functional, personal, and made with quiet skill that still resonates more than a century later.

17.25 in. W x 1 in. D x 18.5 in. H