Mirrored lions flank a central palm on this Persian lion mahjong mat, worked in indigo, gold and olive over a pale grey ground. Crested birds and koi fill the corners, and a jeweled floral medallion sits at the heart. A double floral border frames the whole thing like an illuminated manuscript page.
Laid out for a game, it reads like an heirloom textile. Guests take in the paired lions and palm first, then the birds and fish hiding in the scrollwork, then the medallion at center. The muted grey-and-cream ground lets ivory tiles and dark racks both sit clearly on top.
The Art: Lion and Palm
Drawn in a Persian and Mughal-inspired style, the lions, palm and birds interlock through dense floral vinework. The busiest detail runs along the borders and corners where your eye travels between turns, while the central medallion stays legible beneath the tiles. Dye-sublimation keeps the indigo deep and the gold warm.
On the Table
Neoprene construction pairs a smooth fabric top with a non-slip rubber base that stays anchored. The soft surface muffles tile shuffling and protects tile faces. Walls stay upright. Racks, jokers and dice hold their spots. Dye-sublimation printing sets the color into the fibers, so weekly games over the years won't crack or fade the design. The heirloom look suits Chinese mahjong and Riichi players as much as the American game.
Two Sizes: 23.5" or 31.5"
23.5" x 23.5" (60 x 60 cm) fits 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. A full table plays best on the larger square.
A Gift for the Collector
- The hostess drawn to Persian rugs and old-world pattern
- American, Chinese and Riichi players alike
- League players who want a serious, heirloom-style mat
- A friend who collects fine textiles and ornate art
Brush it off after the last hand, wipe with a damp cloth when needed, and store it rolled rather than folded.