Japanese lacquered box of four deck of cards
Japanese lacquered box of four deck of cards
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A 19th century Japanese faux tortoiseshell lacquered games box containing four lacquered boxes each with a deck of playing cards - all complete - and two counters. Cards by Wells & Co London, and Goodall London. Circa 1840-1890
Goodall playing cards, produced by Charles Goodall & Son from the mid-19th century, are renowned for their elegant design and quality. Based in London, the company pioneered innovations like double-ended court cards. Their craftsmanship and intricate details made Goodall cards highly sought after by collectors and card enthusiasts worldwide.
Wells & Co. was a 19th-century British playing card manufacturer. The company is noted for producing unique and high-quality decks during that era. Their contributions remain a part of the rich tapestry of playing card manufacturing history.
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