Marble game (223)
ca. 1843
Wood, ceramic, paper, ivory
Overall: 4 x 8 1/2 x 14 in. ( 10.2 x 21.6 x 35.6 cm )
INV.8341a-ppppppppp
The date given to this piece is based on the piece of newspaper lining the second drawer, dated December 29, 1843.
Markingsprinted: on top of newspaper of bottom of drawer: "[torn]LY TRIBUNE/ [torn] ASSAU STREET. FIVE DOLLARS A YEAR/ [torn] ING, DECEMBER 29, 1843, WHOLE NO. 847/ [printed newspaper articles]"
ClassificationsTOYS
DescriptionWood box with two drawers, round hole cut in center of top, ivory knobs, and carved wood handle; top drawer with collection of 223 clay marbles (163 natural, 43 unglazed black, 17 glazed black); bottom drawer lined with newspaper.Object NameMarble game (223)
