A magnificent Malayan tree nymph butterfly unfurls its spotted wings upon the 'Butterfly' backgammon set — a charming, exquisitely refined showcase of the art of inlay.
Rendered in contrasting sycamore and walnut burr woods, the perfectly symmetrical wings of a Malayan tree nymph butterfly spread across the entire board. The marquetry artist recreates the “trompe l’oeil” effect in Alexandra’s design using the hot sand shading technique, scorching the woods to bring a beautiful sense of three-dimensionality and lifelike volume to the butterfly’s wings.
