Board Game Collection (page 6)

The Draught Players, 1844 (oil on canvas)
TW426604 The Draught Players, 1844 (oil on canvas) by Nursey, Claude Lorraine R.W (1816-73); 71.2x91.8 cm; Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English

Plate VII, from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen
HMB306174 Plate VII, from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, Leipzig und Dresden: Joh. Gottl

Fol. 89v Four Arabic Backgammon Players, from the Book of Games, Chess
XIR203414 Fol.89v Four Arabic Backgammon Players, from the Book of Games, Chess, Dice and Boards, 1282 (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid

Fireside Football Game (cardboard)
NFM315534 Fireside Football Game (cardboard) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: from the Games in the Rain series, a Kum-Bak British product; ); eNational Football Museum; English

Plate II from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen
HMB306169 Plate II from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, Leipzig und Dresden: Joh. Gottl

Plate I from, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen
HMB306168 Plate I from, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, Leipzig und Dresden: Joh. Gottl

Game of the Star-Spangled Banner or Emigrants to the United States, c. 1840 (litho)
CHT247745 Game of the Star-Spangled Banner or Emigrants to the United States, c.1840 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Carved Cinnabar Dish, late Yuan to early Ming dynasty (lacquered wood) (see also 272178)
HSC272177 Carved Cinnabar Dish, late Yuan to early Ming dynasty (lacquered wood) (see also 272178) by Chinese School (14th century); diam:26.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ferdinand and Miranda in "The Tempest"from Children
IL100133 Ferdinand and Miranda in " The Tempest" from Childrens Stories from Shakespeare by Edith Nesbit (1858-1924) pub. by Raphael Tuck & Sons Ltd

The Draughts Players, 1859 (oil on canvas)
3963591 The Draughts Players, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Clark, Joseph (1834-1926); 45.5x55.7 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery, South Wales; eNewport Museum and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

A Game of Tavli (pencil, watercolour, and gouache on paper)
1769827 A Game of Tavli (pencil, watercolour, and gouache on paper) by Rosati, Giulio (1858-1917); 53.3x36.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Game of Tavli. Giulio Rosati (1858-1917)

Allegory of the Emperor and the Pope, c. 1495. Creator: Unknown
Allegory of the Emperor and the Pope, c. 1495

The Backgammon Players, c. 1630. Creator: Jan Georg van Vliet
The Backgammon Players, c. 1630

Gaming Table, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Ferdinand Cartier
Gaming Table, 1935/1942

check!
ambra

The heart of a knight
Victoria Glinka

Who wins?
Victoria Glinka

The street - the living room
Jonas Johansson

The game
Christophe Verot

1416105

Split opinions
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA. Benny Pettersson

The coffee game
Toni Minchev

time
Juan Guisado

The game
Avital Hershkovitz

chess game
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

The Chessmaster
Jose Manuel Gonzalez

Navy crew play Ludo on board HMS Wallace. Picture taken circa 1st June 1942

Liverpool players John Toshack, Tommy Smith, Emlyn Hughes and Chris Lawler playing Scrabble on the train to London for the FA Cup Final. May 1974

Der Künig. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Der Kunig

Schachspiel (Chess Players), 1918. Creator: Lovis Corinth
Schachspiel (Chess Players), 1918

Checker Players, ca. 1895. Creator: Thomas Pollock Anshutz
Checker Players, ca. 1895

Chess Piece, King, Iran, 9th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Chess Piece, King, Iran, 9th-12th century

Chess Piece, Pawn, Iran, 9th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Chess Piece, Pawn, Iran, 9th-12th century

Alfonso V of Aragon, 1394-1458, King of Naples and Sicily 1443 [obverse], 1449

The Domino Girl, c. 1790. Creator: Unknown
The Domino Girl, c. 1790

Game of Checkers (La partie de dames), 1897 / 1898 (published 1899)
Game of Checkers (La partie de dames), 1897/1898 (published 1899)

Some of the Principal Inhabitants of the Moon, as They Were Perfectly Discovered by a Telescope... May 1, 1788. After William Hogarth

The Game of Chinese Chess, 1741-63. Creator: John Ingram
The Game of Chinese Chess, 1741-63

Portrait of AndreDanican Philidor, 1772. Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
Portrait of Andre Danican Philidor, 1772. After Charles Nicolas Cochin II

Tric Trac Players, 1610-85. Creator: Adriaen van Ostade
Tric Trac Players, 1610-85

Tric Trac Players, 1610-85. Creator: Unknown
Tric Trac Players, 1610-85

The Automaton Chess Player, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Automaton Chess Player, 1845. A machine...invented in the year 1769. by Wolfgang de Kempelin...the concealed player was seated immediately under the chess board of the Automaton...the reverse of

St. Amant, 1844. Creator: Unknown
St. Amant, 1844. Portrait of French chess player Pierre Charles Fournier de Saint-Amant, who...may safely be pronounced the most brilliant [chess] player of the present day.Monsieur St

Young Woman and Little Girl Playing Musashi, 1841. Creator: Hokusai
Young Woman and Little Girl Playing Musashi, 1841

Scene of the Drama "Oakinai Hiru-ga-Koshima", 1784-85. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Scene of the Drama " Oakinai Hiru-ga-Koshima", 1784-85

Chess Piece in the Form of a King, German, 1350-1400. Creator: Unknown
Chess Piece in the Form of a King, German, 1350-1400

Game Box, Italian, 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Game Box, Italian, 14th century

Game Board, Italian, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Game Board, Italian, 15th century

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"From Ancient Times to Modern Fun: Exploring the Fascinating World of Board Games" Step into a world where strategy meets entertainment as men engage in an intense game of Kalah, a captivating member of the mancala family. The ancient game Moroni also takes center stage, transporting players back in time with its rich historical roots. Meanwhile, Snakes and Ladders brings out the childlike excitement within us all, as we navigate through ups and downs on a colorful board. Chess pieces stand tall, representing centuries of intellectual battles fought on checkered battlegrounds. In Wellington City, giant chess pieces add grandeur to the landscape, inviting both novices and masters alike to partake in this timeless game. Otto IV and his wife Hedwig grace us with their presence in a beautiful lithograph that captures the elegance and sophistication associated with board games. Traveling further back in time, Framlingham Castle transports us to 1845 when board games were enjoyed amidst medieval architecture. Game boards unearthed from excavations at Ur remind us that our ancestors too found joy in strategic play. Even our feline friends cannot resist the allure of board games; they pounce upon chessboards with playful curiosity. Oxford and Cambridge universities continue their age-old rivalry through an enthralling chess match while chess celebrities gather for a memorable meeting filled with camaraderie. Lastly, we delve into Geriatric care - even seniors find solace and mental stimulation through engaging board games designed specifically for them. The Real Estate Game reminds us that these interactive experiences can teach valuable life lessons beyond just fun-filled moments. Board games have transcended generations, cultures, and eras - providing endless hours of enjoyment while fostering critical thinking skills. So gather your loved ones or challenge yourself solo; let's embark on an adventure across history's most beloved pastime.