#235

French Parlor Toy "Loterie Parisienne" in Original Presentation
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Description
18" (46 cm.) when opened. 9"w. A light wood box with decorative red paper covers hinges open at the top and front to reveal a miniature bazaar stall with graduated shelving and mirrored back. A wooden roulette wheel sits in the center and the shelves are laden with prizes to be won with a lucky twirl of the wheel. Included are rare tin penny toys, doll, cards, whistle and such. Gilt edges the sides and top and gilt lettering "Loterie Parisienne" announces the name. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900.