Description
It is considered the prototype of many of the commercial European racing board games of later centuries. It attained great popularity in the 16th century. The game is mostly played in Europe and seen as family entertainment. Commercial versions of the game appeared in the 1880s and 1890s, and feature typical old European characteristics such as an old well and children in clothes from the period.
It featured the French "departements " , at its height in 1812, the French Empire had 130 departments, the game list all the 126 including occupied territory , the Napoleonic eagle illustrating some of the print.
circa 1800 , L.18 x W.12 in , simple engraving ( probably wood carving )
Reserve: $120.00
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French Jeu de L'oie/ Goose game 1800 French Empire
Estimate $150-$200
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French Cabinet de Curiosites and Lighting
Mar 12, 2026 3:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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