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Tole Games Box and Counters for Boston Russe

$6,706.08
£4,950
€5,786.09
CA$9,255.39
A$10,368.09
CHF 5,392.69
MX$126,469.27
NOK 68,656.16
SEK 64,737.87
DKK 43,185.81

About the Item

An unusual and rare Charles X tole counter box containing gaming pieces and the rules for Boston Russe. It is decorated throughout with romantic transfer vignettes. The card game Boston which is a variant on whist was invented at the time of the American War of Independence, and in some way sought to support the Americans, France, circa 1830.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (4 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU120426979893

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