The dice has its origins in Asia and was in use long before recorded history. Exactly which part of Asia it came from is still a mystery although it’s generally believed to be somewhere close to the ancient Indus Valley civilization in what is now modern day Pakistan. After this, the concept of dice throwing moved to other parts of the world and crept into narratives connected to Biblical events and those of the Roman Empire. Naturally, the shape and look of the dice evolved too which the earliest forms being something we would not recognise today. During the Middle Ages, dicing became a favourite pastime amongst knights who even had schools and guilds for it.

You don’t have to be a member of a dice playing guild to own this attractive dice cube table. The burnt red finish complimented with antiqued ivory dots will look great in just about any room of the home. However, due to its connections with games, it will likely find pride of place in a games room, basement communal area, or kid’s bedroom. However, it will look just as good in a living room or dining room where the unique design will catch the attention of visiting friends and complement existing design features already in your décor scheme.

You can buy it from here: Red Dice Cube Accent Table.

Overall dimensions: 19″ H x 19″ W x 19″ D.

This wooden games table comes with a reversible chess and backgammon board which can be overturned depending on which game is intended to be played. Two drawers beneath the table top offer safe storage for game pieces and various related accessories. Included with the Heritage game table are game pieces for four different board games. These are chess, backgammon, checkers and cribbage, making this elegant and masterfully crafted table a multi-dimensional furniture feature for any interior space.

The game table is crafted from highly selected solid woods and choice veneers. Hand carved details provide attractive and sophisticated decorative elements to the piece which compliments the centuries old traditions that are inherent to these very old board games. Antique brass finished hardware adds an extra touch of genteelness and splendor to the scene. Wonderfully shaped table legs with curving courtliness make this chess and backgammon set not just a fully functional board game table but a desirable and attractive furniture piece in its own right.

You can buy this games table which can easily become a heirloom for future generations from this location: Elegant Heritage Game Table With Reversible Chess and Backgammon Board.

Dimension: 39″W x 28″D x 30″H

The game of checkers uses the same board design as chess and is actually known in my native England as ‘draughts’. This chess and checker board game table cleverly incorporates the two games thereby making the table a 2-in-1 games table with storage to match. Beneath the chess board is a storage area in the form of a drawer on either side of the table. When not in play, the chess and checker pieces can be safely stored in these boxed drawers to avoid dust and sunlight damage.

What I particularly like about this chess and checker board game table set is the fact it comes with chess and checker pieces included. This means you don’t have to worry about making an extra purchase of pieces if you are giving the chess game table as a gift to someone else. The chess and checker board game table with matching storage space and playing pieces is ideal for any family who have more than one fan of chess or checkers. It will provide a comfortable, attractive and functional game space and storage area for all the elements involved in a game of either chess or checkers.

When not in use, the table can be covered or left as a decorative accent furniture piece with perhaps a vase, sculpture or table cloth placed on top. If properly covered if can very well act as a breakfast table or surface for eating midday sandwiches before a Sunday afternoon game commences. The wooden board game table and matching wooden chess and checkers pieces are pleasing to look at and will compliment most interiors regardless of which room the table is positioned in.

You can buy this wooden chess table from this location: Chess & Checkers Table Set (26.75″ Hgt).

Board size is 25″ x 25″.