Description
Checkers folding gameboard. Original paint in red, white, and blue painted surface with a mustard thumbprint design on wood panel. American, 19th century.
H 15 in. W 14 in.
Collection of Bruce and Doranna Wendel.
Condition
Original condition with minor imperfections. Inspected under UV light - no restoration noted. Copy and Paste this Dropbox link into your internet browser to see high-resolution images: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/28babmnz9dim8kf17xjqr/AMXC0anLhPFPs2IqJ_vFex4?rlkey=flctf55ykntlxubt1kuuci669&st=ma3vt0i0&dl=0
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Folding Thumbprint Checkers Gameboard
Estimate $150-$250
Starting Price
$50
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