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Early 20th Century Leopard Mancala Game Board

$4,800
£3,662.28
€4,169.22
CA$6,746.45
A$7,416
CHF 3,893.36
MX$88,181.52
NOK 49,999.62
SEK 45,544.25
DKK 31,150.75

About the Item

A whimsical and playful early 20th century leopard-form mancala game board carved with the board resting on the leopard's back and with a patina that only a hundred years of use could bestow. A hole on the side of the leopard originally held the stone or bean game pieces.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 33 in (83.82 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Congo
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER2323C1stDibs: LU3738331636032

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