A blue-and-white ceramic jug of lavender sits at the center of this Mediterranean mahjong mat, circled by yellow lemons, olive branches and swallows on a warm cream ground. Sprigs of olive, lemon and lavender repeat out to the border. The palette runs sunny Provence: cobalt, lemon yellow, olive green and lavender.
Bring it to the table and it smells like summer even though it can't. The pale ground makes ivory tiles pop, and the central jug gives each player a cheerful focal point between draws. Guests spot the little swallows and smile.
The Art: Provence Table
Painted in a bright folk-botanical style, the design gathers a painted jug, lavender bunches, lemons, olives and orange blossom, with barn swallows diving through the corners and a lemon-and-olive garland framing it all. The busiest sprigs ring the edges; the center stays open enough to build walls and read the discards.
On the Table
The mat is neoprene, a smooth fabric top over a non-slip rubber base. Its soft surface quiets the shuffle, protects tile faces, and keeps four walls standing through a long night. Racks, dice and jokers stay where you set them. Dye-sublimation printing sets the color into the fabric, so weekly games won't crack or fade the sunshine.
Two Sizes: 23.5" or 31.5"
23.5" x 23.5" (60 x 60 cm) travels well and fits smaller tables and the patio. 31.5" x 31.5" (81 x 81 cm) is the full field for a standard card table, with room for four walls, four racks and the discards. Sunny kitchens usually want the big one.
A Gift for the Sunny Kitchen
- The hostess who decorates in French country or Tuscan style
- Lavender, lemon and olive lovers
- Someone matching the mat to a bright kitchen or patio
- Players who want warmth and color on the table
Brush it off after play, wipe with a damp cloth when the evening got lively, and store it rolled, never folded.