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Antique Miniature Travelling Chess & Backgammon Board
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Antique Miniature Travelling Chess & Backgammon Board

19th century
Sold 1 August 2025 · Hand of Glory
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An antique miniature travelling folding chess & backgammon board in mahogany, oak & satinwood timbers, with dice.

Dimensions when open 1.5cm high, 13.5cm x 10.5cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
10.5cm (4.13")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Antique Wooden Game Board to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1027826
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SKU00000581
Description
An antique miniature travelling folding chess & backgammon board in mahogany, oak & satinwood timbers, with dice.

Dimensions when open 1.5cm high, 13.5cm x 10.5cm.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
10.5cm (4.13")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Antique Wooden Game Board to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1027826
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000581
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Decorative antiques & interiors

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Archive I An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Miniature Travelling Chess & Backgammon Board

Archive II An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface. View II
Archive III An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface. View III
Archive IV An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface. View IV
Archive V An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface. View V
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Hand of Glory

Hand of Glory
Telephone 07867 305451 or 01249 447478
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/handofglory
Verified Since Jul 2012
Items For Sale 173
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Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface.
Antique Miniature Travelling Chess & Backgammon Board
Ref: SA1027826
An open antique wooden travelling backgammon board featuring inlaid wood marquetry points and brass hinges on a grey surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialMahogany, Boxwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMarquetry inlay, Brass hinges, Geometric points
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 13.5 cm (5 in) x D 10.5 cm (4 in)

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Folding game boards and travelling sets became particularly popular during the 19th century as rail travel expanded, allowing passengers to pass time on long journeys with compact, multi-game sets.

These pieces were typically constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, featuring intricate wood marquetry, veneering, and small brass hinges to allow the box to fold securely.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetail joints, period-appropriate brass hardware, natural patination on the wood, and hand-inlaid veneer work rather than modern printed graphics.

Place the closed box on a coffee table, stack of books, or a bookshelf as a tactile decorative object that adds historical texture and a layer of intellectual charm to the room.

Keep wooden game boards away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations to prevent the veneer from lifting. Apply a microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish and protect the timber surface.
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