Mid-20th Century Modern Polished Brass Mechanical Bridge Score Counter, United Kingdom

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Mid-20th century Modern polished brass mechanical bridge score counter, United Kingdom

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Material: brass, copper, zinc, metal, bakelite, paint, … Read more Mid-20th century Modern polished brass mechanical bridge score counter, United Kingdom

By: unknown
Material: brass, copper, zinc, metal, bakelite, paint, enamel, glass, plastic, synthetic
Technique: cast, molded, metalwork, polished, painted, enameled, gilt
Dimensions: 3.5 in x 1.5 in
Date: mid-20th century, circa 1940
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Art Déco
Place of origin: United Kingdom

Polished brass and rich materials define the character of this mid-20th century mechanical bridge score counter from the United Kingdom. Its circular silhouette is crowned by a central knurled knob accented with a texturized pressed red glass detail, while a window displays the suits and values of the game. Around the perimeter, painted numerals and symbols stand out against a dark bakelite base, creating a striking contrast with the gleaming gilt surface above. The piece integrates brass, copper, zinc, enamel, and synthetic components, each element contributing to its refined presence and durability.

Presented with its original patterned case, it is preserved with care and still retains accompanying instructions, underscoring both its functional role at the card table and its appeal as a finely crafted object of design and leisure. See less