#184

Rare Early French Game of "Loterie du Zodiaque" with Toy and Doll Prizes
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Description
12" (30 cm.) x 10" box. A decorative paper-covered wooden box with scenes on the lid depicting children at various games including this loterie game,revealed on the interior,a twirling roulette wheel with signs of the zodiac,and separate compartments containing various prizes,including peg-wooden doll,blown-glass candle holder,bone condiment holder,reticule with silver chair,bed warmer,and more. French,circa 1870,of a luxury model found at the most prestigious Parisian toy stores such as Au Paradis des Enfants. Excellent condition,box lid a bit frayed.