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Lot 002 - Antique French Magnetic Board Game "Les Jockos Singes Savants: Jeu Magnétique" ("The Learned Monkeys") C.1895, Lithographed Box Art By Léon Charles Ludovic, Incomplete, Worn

Lot 002 - Antique French Magnetic Board Game "Les Jockos Singes Savants: Jeu Magnétique" ("The Learned Monkeys") C.1895, Lithographed Box Art By Léon Charles Ludovic, Incomplete, Worn

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Pre-Auction Notes: This antique French magnetic board game, Les Jockos – Singes Savants: Jeu Magnétique (“The Learned Monkeys”), dates to around 1895 and features charming lithographed artwork by Léon Charles Ludovic. Housed in its original illustrated box, the game includes many original components, including a large number of French riddle cards and all interior boxes. One of the magnetic discs is missing, and the magnetic function no longer appears to work. The background paper beneath the glass has been replaced, and the internal supports holding the glass have been repaired using modern glue and tape. The glass itself is removable from the box, but was originally secured by glued paper. There is visible wear and tear to the outer box, internal graphics, and edges, consistent with age and use, but it displays nicely overall and retains strong visual appeal. A rare and whimsical example of turn-of-the-century French toy design.
Item dimensions are of box.

Dimensions: 13-1/8" L x 13-1/4" W x 2-1/8" H

Auction Date: 08/07/2025

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