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Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle
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Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 September 2025 · N Wilson Antiques Clocks
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Description

DESCRIPTION:

Here we have a wonderful vintage set of Mah Jong / Mahjong which is in a superb rare carrying case which has been carved with lovely Chinese and decorative scenes and has a superb carved Foo Dogs Handle. There are 148 tiles. The front drops down by pressing on the bottom of the front, this releases the front door which slides underneath the trays, we have shown how the try slides under the trays in the photographs. One the front is dropped down this allows the five trays to be pulled out. This is a very rare example and is superbly detailed not only in the carrying box but the Mah Jong pieces also. The set is antique dating to circa 1910.

We have photographed the pieces in detail to allow you to view for yourself. There are a total of 148 tiles. All tiles have been photographed. The tiles are superb quality being 50 / 50 bamboo to bovine with dovetail joints.

There are also 122 bovine counting sticks, four small dice in a little lidded box.

DIMENSIONS:

The carrying case measures approximately:

9 1/2 inches / 24 cm wide x 6 3/4 inches / 17 cm deep x 9 1/2 inches / 24 cm high.

The tiles are approximately:

3.1 cm long x 2.2 cm deep x 1.5 cm high.

CONDITION:

The set is in lovely condition and is superbly detailed as can be seem from the photographs. The carrying case is also in nice condition, just minor knocks, marks and odd shrinkage lines commensurate with age and careful use. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition, as what you view is exactly what you will receive.

This wonderful Mah Jong set complete with it's carrying case, which would make a superb addition to any home, so happy bidding. If you have time please check out my shop.

Ref: Mah Jong 34

Declaration

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Antique Mahjong Set to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1118509
Dealers Internal Reference
Mah Jong 34
Description
DESCRIPTION:

Here we have a wonderful vintage set of Mah Jong / Mahjong which is in a superb rare carrying case which has been carved with lovely Chinese and decorative scenes and has a superb carved Foo Dogs Handle. There are 148 tiles.

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The front drops down by pressing on the bottom of the front, this releases the front door which slides underneath the trays, we have shown how the try slides under the trays in the photographs.
N Wilson Antiques Clocks

One the front is dropped down this allows the five trays to be pulled out. This is a very rare example and is superbly detailed not only in the carrying box but the Mah Jong pieces also. The set is antique dating to circa 1910.

fig 1. An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles.
fig 1. Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle

We have photographed the pieces in detail to allow you to view for yourself. There are a total of 148 tiles. All tiles have been photographed. The tiles are superb quality being 50 / 50 bamboo to bovine with dovetail joints.

fig 2. An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles.
fig 2. Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle

There are also 122 bovine counting sticks, four small dice in a little lidded box.

DIMENSIONS:

The carrying case measures approximately:

9 1/2 inches / 24 cm wide x 6 3/4 inches / 17 cm deep x 9 1/2 inches / 24 cm high.

fig 3. An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles.
fig 3. Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle

The tiles are approximately:

3.1 cm long x 2.2 cm deep x 1.5 cm high.

CONDITION:

The set is in lovely condition and is superbly detailed as can be seem from the photographs. The carrying case is also in nice condition, just minor knocks, marks and odd shrinkage lines commensurate with age and careful use. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition, as what you view is exactly what you will receive.

This wonderful Mah Jong set complete with it's carrying case, which would make a superb addition to any home, so happy bidding. If you have time please check out my shop.

Ref: Mah Jong 34

Date of Manufacture

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Antique Mahjong Set to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1118509
Dealers Internal Ref
Mah Jong 34
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Archive I An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle

Archive II An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View II
Archive III An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View III
Archive IV An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View IV
Archive V An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View V
Archive VI An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View VI
Archive VII An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View VII
Archive VIII An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View VIII
Archive IX An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View IX
Archive X An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View X
Archive XI An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XI
Archive XII An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XII
Archive XIII An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XIV
Archive XV An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XV
Archive XVI An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XVI
Archive XVII An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XVII
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Archive XX An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles. View XX
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An antique dark wood carved Mahjong box with foo dog handles, shown open with multiple pull-out trays displaying carved bone and bamboo tiles.
Antique Mah Jong Mahjong Set with Superb Carved Carrying Case & Foo Dogs Handle
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGames
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialBone, bamboo, hardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFoo dog handle, Relief carving, Sliding drawers, Hand-painted characters

FAQs

Mahjong originated in China during the Qing Dynasty and gained international popularity during the 1920s craze, leading to the export of elaborate sets to Western markets.

Traditional sets typically feature tiles carved from bone and bamboo, housed in hand-carved hardwood boxes fitted with brass hardware and sliding drawers.

Authentic period pieces display natural ageing such as fine grain lines in bone tiles, hand-carving irregularities, dovetail joinery on wooden boxes, and traditional hand-painted character details.

Display the carved storage box on a coffee table or sideboard as a sculptural centrepiece, or partially open the drawers on a bookshelf to showcase the intricate tilework.

Keep the set away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent wood warping and bone splitting, and clean components gently with a soft, dry cloth.
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