hanging on the wall of the well-known Sax family of balloonists.
I imagine the game was printed on traditional card and players
would use dice and counters in much the same way as today's games.
This image is of an original print/engraving which is held in a museum in Paris.
The late Royston Cooper used
an image of the game for a
publication in the 1970's to
advertise Paterson's
Buttamunchy biscuits
He painted numerous balloon
scenes from the 18th century
so cards could be inserted into
the album.
A close up of one segment to illustrate the quality.
The table was purchased from an elderly lady some years ago
She was unable to accurately date it, but said she had bought it
from a London Antique shop many years ago.
It is a substantial heavy table approximately 40inches high and 60inches diameter.
Please call or email for further information.
Robin Batchelor. robin'at'gasballoon.com 07768 206100 ( UK )
Price £2,750