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Bone and Bamboo Mahjong Set

1920 - 1940
Description

A good quality mahjong set dating from the early to mid 20th Century. The pieces are made from bone and bamboo joined with a nicely cut dovetail joint and the symbols and pictures are finely carved into the bone. There is a complete set of 144 tiles, plus 4 spare blanks, 4 small dice and a large quantity of sticks. The tiles measure approx 30mm x 20mm x 10mm high.

The tiles are kept in a specially made thick cardboard box with wooden trays for the tiles and accessories. It is a good quality box covered with a decorative Chinese style design. I think the box has been made later than the tiles themselves, perhaps made especially to fit the set. Regardless, it is good quality and strong and sturdy and stores the set well.

The set itself is in good condition for its age. It has been used but very well looked after. There are general signs of wear and use and some discolouration on some of the pieces but no major damages and the joints are in good order.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the 1930s.

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SA1137779
Description
A good quality mahjong set dating from the early to mid 20th Century.
The pieces are made from bone and bamboo joined with a nicely cut dovetail joint and the symbols and pictures are finely carved into the bone.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

There is a complete set of 144 tiles, plus 4 spare blanks, 4 small dice and a large quantity of sticks. The tiles measure approx 30mm x 20mm x 10mm high.

fig 1. Bone and Bamboo Mahjong Set
fig 1. Bone and Bamboo Mahjong Set

The tiles are kept in a specially made thick cardboard box with wooden trays for the tiles and accessories. It is a good quality box covered with a decorative Chinese style design. I think the box has been made later than the tiles themselves, perhaps made especially to fit the set. Regardless, it is good quality and strong and sturdy and stores the set well.

fig 2. Bone and Bamboo Mahjong Set
fig 2. Bone and Bamboo Mahjong Set

The set itself is in good condition for its age. It has been used but very well looked after. There are general signs of wear and use and some discolouration on some of the pieces but no major damages and the joints are in good order.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137779
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

Trade Associations

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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7 North Street
Ashburton
Devon
TQ13 7QJ
United Kingdom

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Verified Since Aug 2016
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Location: 7 North Street, Ashburton, Devon, TQ13 7QJ, United Kingdom, , Opening hours:, Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm
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Bone and Bamboo Mahjong Set
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