Five cranes circle a wreath of wildflowers on this ivory crane mahjong mat, four in flight at the corners and one standing at the center, all on a warm cream ground. Scattered sprigs of coral, blue and gold blossoms fill the field. A navy folk-scroll border frames the whole scene.
On a set table it reads calm and folk-pretty. Guests notice the outstretched wings first, then the central crane in its ring of flowers, then the little wildflower sprigs dotting the ground. The cream field keeps ivory tiles and dark racks both easy to read.
The Art: Crane and Wildflower
Drawn in a folk-illustration hand, the cranes and blossoms balance around a central wreath. Density runs to the navy border and corners where the walls rise, leaving the middle open for play. Dye-sublimation holds the creams warm and the navy deep.
On the Table
Neoprene gives it a smooth fabric top and a non-slip rubber base that grips the table. The soft surface quiets tile shuffling, that twittering of the sparrows through the Charleston, and treats tile faces kindly. Walls stay standing. Racks, jokers and dice sit where you place them. Dye-sublimation printing sets the color in the fibers, so weekly games won't crack or fade it. The crane motif carries nicely for Chinese mahjong and Riichi play too.
Two Sizes: 23.5" or 31.5"
23.5" x 23.5" (60 x 60 cm) is the compact square for smaller tables, tight corners and travel to the club. 31.5" x 31.5" (81 x 81 cm) is the full-size field for a standard card table, with room for four walls, four racks and the discard pile. Full table? Size up.
A Gift for the Folk-Art Lover
- The weekly mah jongg hostess who likes a calm, pretty table
- American, Chinese and Riichi players alike
- Someone learning the game who wants a clear playing field
- A friend who loves cranes, wildflowers and folk pattern
Brush it off after the game, wipe with a damp cloth if the evening got lively, and store it rolled, never folded.