Lot 1421 , A mid 19th century Chinese export gaming set with mother of pearl counters, contained in a mid 19th century Canton gilt decorated like a box with lidded containers, 29cm

A mid 19th century Chinese export gaming set with mother of pearl counters, contained in a mid 19th century Canton gilt decorated like a box with lidded containers, 29cm
£200-300

Condition:
Case cover is worn especially around the edges with cracks and losses. The inner boxes have some minor wear, the playing cards are slightly discoloured, one packet is very worn. Pearl counters: 23 rectangular; 1 lozenge-shape thread storage unit; 15 circular; 28 oval; 4 smaller oval; 46 fish-shape. 52 pink-backed cards; 52 yellow-backed cards; 52 mauve-backed cards; one boxed set of Jaques & Son Happy Families - 43:including one repaired; card box worn; one flap missing. This lot also contains a relatively modern set of French Epitre Aux Dames historic cards (33) with instructions and believed to be complete.

Sold for £160