Early Checkers Game Board

Early Checkers Game Board

Lot# 43

Price

SOLD: $200

Description

Early 19th C. Walnut. Applied papier-mache gaming surface with numbered squares. Verso shows unusual geometric and star papier mache design. Two sliding doors opening to reveal game pieces. One side has (16) pieces with a bone locking pin. The other side has (15) pieces with a bone locking pin. 1 1/4″ high x 13/ 1/2″ wide x 10″ deep. Good original condition consistent with age and use. Age separation in the middle of the gaming surface due to shrinkage. Missing one game piece.

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