Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1900s.
When 'unlocked' the pieces can be moved; the mechanism locked again, and then closed at the hinges ~ thus allowing games to be partially played and kept until later. Fully signed to the leading edges. 9.5ins square when open; 9.5 x 4.75 x 2.5ins closed.
John Jaques & Son was a well known maker of games particularly in the 19th century. Still manufacturing today, the company is famous for its fine Chess sets; card games (John Jaques invented "Happy Families" amongst other card games) and Croquet Sets.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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Jaques 'In Statu Quo' Travelling Chess Set
