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A test of skill, strategy, and luck, the game of mahjong (??) was invented in China in the late Qing …
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A test of skill, strategy, and luck, the game of mahjong (??) was invented in China in the late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) and has been popular ever since. Played by exchanging tiles to build the best hand at the table, mahjong uses 144 tiles engraved with three suits, two honors and a few wild cards. Literally translating to "little sparrow," mahjong is a game best played among friends - when the clacking of tiles and lively conversation recalls the chattering of birds.
This antique Chinese mahjong set is complete with 144 tiles stored within a sliding-top case of lacquered pine. Aged with a light patina, the tiles have carved bone faces and bamboo backings and are finished with wucai pigments of blue, green, red and black.
Not available for international shipping due to carved bone material.
Additional Dimensions:
Tiles: 1"W x 1"D x 0.5"H
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- Dimensions
- 8.75ʺW × 5.75ʺD × 3.25ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bamboo
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. less
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