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French "Board" Game. "Jeu des Omnibus e

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French  Board  Game.  Jeu des Omnibus e
French "Board" Game. "Jeu des Omnibus et Dames Blanches," c. 1800-1820, beautiful copperplate engraving on laid paper, 171/2 x 21 as "board." Circular centerpiece of nine ladies and gentlemen playing the game at a table. The game instructions printed in French around them. In two circles occupying balance of board are twelve different wagons in delightful detail, separated by trees. A game of betting with a banker and twelve balls (neither present). One goal of the game is not to get angry! All in color. Highly attractive item with both transportation and amusement association. Uncommon and fine.