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French 20th Century Collection of 12 Boules

$975per item
£749.06per item
€860.66per item
CA$1,371.46per item
A$1,540.77per item
CHF 805.06per item
MX$18,805.84per item
NOK 10,221.86per item
SEK 9,621.72per item
DKK 6,422.54per item
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About the Item

A collection of 12 brass & iron boules from France, circa 1880. Boule has been a popular game played in France since the Middle Ages and continues to be a family friendly game all over the world. Some of the spheres have decorative etchings, but all have gained a great patina. Make sure to view all of the photographs to get a better look at the individual boules. Sold as a set only.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)Diameter: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Iron,Metal,Cast,Etched,Forged,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Baton Rouge, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2100-221stDibs: LU864832528462

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