For those that want a solid wooden chess board but with added portability & storage capabilities this fine example fits the bill perfectly. Crafted from Golden Rosewood (Sheesham), Rosewood & Boxwood with a veneered underside. When folded down you get the chance to see a cross section of the board, here you can see how each square is created from a solid wooden insert, a much preferred construction method as opposed to wafer thin veneers. The chess board has been lacquered & hand polished to a medium gloss & has a very nice weight to it.