{"product_id":"kerala-game-box","title":"Handcarved Mancala Board Game - Rare collectible","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"324\" data-start=\"59\"\u003eBring home a piece of living heritage with \"\u003cem\u003ePallanguzhi\u003c\/em\u003e\", an ancient strategy game that originated in Tamil Nadu, South India. Its name, meaning “many pits,” reflects the iconic 14-cup board that has connected generations across Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"326\"\u003eTraditionally handcrafted from rich woods like teak or rosewood, the board is paired with simple playing pieces like tamarind seeds, shells, or pebbles, reminding us that great games don’t need complexity, just imagination and connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"879\" data-start=\"560\"\u003eEasy to learn yet deeply strategic, Pallanguzhi invites players to sow, capture, and outthink their opponent. But beyond the gameplay lies its true magic: this is a game that once brought families together in sunlit courtyards, where grandmothers taught children counting, patience, and life lessons one move at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"881\"\u003eThis particular piece has been hand carved and has softened around the edges as a reminder that it has been passed down through generation, carrying stories of laughter, quiet afternoon and shared wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"881\"\u003eOrigin - India \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eMaterial - Old wood (Presumably Teakwood)\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDimensions - Length 13.5 \" ~ Width 7.5\", Height 2.5\"\u003cbr\u003eWeight ~ 3.5 KG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(179, 179, 179);\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDisclaimer : We specialize in handmade products, antiques and vintage pieces. Some of these are repurposed from old pieces. As a result of the handmade process by skillful artisans, please expect minor imperfections. This adds to its character and is part of our brand aesthetic. Signs of wear and tear are common in vintage or antique pieces and are inherent to its character\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"881\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisans Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47676515254511,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/7392\/9199\/files\/IMG_4192.jpg?v=1773917516","url":"https:\/\/artisans-vault.com\/products\/kerala-game-box","provider":"The Artisans Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}