FRENCH INLAID MAHOGANY GAMES BOX.

FRENCH INLAID MAHOGANY GAMES BOX. Circa 1890. Of rectangular form with ebony stringing, the lid inlaid in ebony “JEUX.” (games). The interior fitted with a compartmented tray containing multiple games and game pieces. Beneath the tray is an additional compartment containing a pair of rackets, a jumprope and other wooden game pieces. Included are three sets of instructions, all in French: “Jeu du Baguenaudier” (game of patience, or Chinese rings); “Jeu de Marelle” (hopscotch); and “Jeu de la Ferme” (farm game). SIZE: Box: 5-1/2″ h. x 16-1/2″ l. x 11-1/4″ d. CONDITION: Case retains original surfaces with key, can be easily cleaned and repolished. Box appears to retain original contents for multiple games, overall in very nice condition; however, it is difficult to determine if all game pieces for all games are present. 9-95376 (1,000-1,500)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2009

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1134	$0.00	FRENCH INLAID MAHOGANY GAMES BOX. Circa 1890. Of rectangular form with ebony stringing, the lid inlaid in ebony “JEUX.” (games). The interior fitted with a compartmented tray containing multiple games and game pieces. Beneath the tray is an additional compartment containing a pair of rackets, a jumprope and other wooden game pieces. Included are three sets of instructions, all in French: “Jeu du Baguenaudier” (game of patience, or Chinese rings); “Jeu de Marelle” (hopscotch); and “Jeu de la Ferme” (farm game). SIZE: Box: 5-1/2″ h. x 16-1/2″ l. x 11-1/4″ d. CONDITION: Case retains original surfaces with key, can be easily cleaned and repolished. Box appears to retain original contents for multiple games, overall in very nice condition; however, it is difficult to determine if all game pieces for all games are present. 9-95376 (1,000-1,500) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2009 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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