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Complete Handmade Game Box with Dominoes, Six Dice & Playing Cards, circa 1940s

About the Item

This is a very good handmade Inlaid, lidded games box or compendium, complete with a 6-spot Dominoe set, 6 dice and a set of playing cards, which we date to the mid-20th century, circa 1940s. This is a lovely handmade Treen like games box set or compendium comprising; A complete set of handmade wood 6-spot dominoes with brass inlaid detail Six handmade wood dice with inlaid brass detail. A set of boxed playing cards All playing pieces are contained in their original box, which is a fine piece in its own right. The box itself is handmade of a hardwood, possibly walnut, with a very well fitting hinged lid. The box has three internal compartments for the game pieces. The box sides are inlaid with brass corners and the lid has been beautifully decorated with detailed brass inlays showing dominoes, dice and playing cards. We date this game to the mid-20th century, circa 1940s.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.13 in (5.42 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good Condition. Some wear from use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lincoln, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: O 1781stDibs: LU990322359502
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