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Victorian Papier Mache & Mother of Pearl Chess and Backgammon Games Box

Offered by: Susan Silver Antiques

Description
Victorian papier mache backgammon and chess or checkers games board box disguised as a double book volume. The squares for the game pieces on the exterior of the box are inlaid with mother of pearl and gilding. The spine is also decorated with gilded designs. The box is hinged and opens to reveal a backgammon board colored with red and green and gilding.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Papier Mache, Mother of Pearl
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1870
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	5857
Incollect Reference #:	415869

Dimensions

W.	0.75 in;	H.	15 in;	D.	8 in;
W.	1.91 cm;	H.	38.1 cm;	D.	20.32 cm;

Message from Seller:

Susan Silver Antiques, located in Sheffield, Massachusetts, offers a carefully curated selection of 18th and 19th-century Georgian and Regency furniture and accessories. For inquiries, contact us at 413-229-8169 or susan@susansilverantiques.com.