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A George V folding silvered metal leather and cork travelling backgammon board circa 1935, by Fortnum & Mason, London
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- ivory, plastic, leather, rubber, cork, brass, pine.
- backgammon case open 54.5cm. by 73cm., 12ft. 9¼in., 2ft. 4¾in.
with associated plastic chequers and dice together with a group of Mudie & Sons of London gaming accessories and playing cards comprising: three leather cased sets of plastic counters two different sized sets of leather cased wooden scorers and playing cards, both cases gilt-tooled 'H' (for Houghton)
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Condition
Great fun. Scuffs and old marks and scratches throughout. Some components lacking. Cards not counted and would benefit from being refreshed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."