Lot 115: Playing Card Montage by Shaw

Playing Card Montage by Shaw, depicting three early hand colored cards which were produced by Jazaniah Ford, first American card maker and issued in honor of Gen. Lafayette's visit to America circa 1824, the gaming chips are of carved mother of pearl, 9 1/4" x 11" famed under glass. Estimate $100-200

Price Realized: $150

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