M.J. & Cie - Tin toy - Gioco da salotto meccanico francese dei primi del XX secolo, gioco di corse di cavalli - 1910-1920 - France

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M.J. & Cie mechanical French parlor game of horse racing from 1910–1920, metal construction, in reasonable condition with original box; dimensions 22 × 22 × 12 cm; lever operates a wind-up mechanism driving four lead horses, some ancillary pieces and the green felt mat are missing, but the box closes perfectly and the mechanism works while needing cleaning and lubrication.

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Old game from the early 1900s made by the French company M.J. & Cie.
This game simulates horse racing and was used for entertainment or for betting.
The lever moves the mechanism which works regularly and activates the four lead horses.
The original box perfectly seals the game.

Measurements: 22cm x 22cm x 12cm
Materials: metal and cardboard

Condition as per photo: some metal pieces that join the poles are missing, the flag is missing, the central betting cup is missing, a jockey is missing, the classic green velvet mat is missing, the base is slightly deteriorated but definitely solid.

Mechanism: The lever, although slightly compressed, moves smoothly and activates the spring-driven mechanism with a chain that drives the horses. The horses move freely on the track without rubbing.
The mechanism works but needs to be cleaned and lubricated.

Old game from the early 1900s made by the French company M.J. & Cie.
This game simulates horse racing and was used for entertainment or for betting.
The lever moves the mechanism which works regularly and activates the four lead horses.
The original box perfectly seals the game.

Measurements: 22cm x 22cm x 12cm
Materials: metal and cardboard

Condition as per photo: some metal pieces that join the poles are missing, the flag is missing, the central betting cup is missing, a jockey is missing, the classic green velvet mat is missing, the base is slightly deteriorated but definitely solid.

Mechanism: The lever, although slightly compressed, moves smoothly and activates the spring-driven mechanism with a chain that drives the horses. The horses move freely on the track without rubbing.
The mechanism works but needs to be cleaned and lubricated.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
M.J. & Cie
Model/ Name
Gioco da salotto meccanico francese dei primi del XX secolo, gioco di corse di cavalli
Period
1910-1920
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Reasonable
Packaging
with original box
Material
Metal
Width
22 cm
Height
22 cm
Depth
12 cm
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Object sold
Private

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