1 set of puzzle blocks (60 pieces) : wood ; in wooden box 28 x 19 x 9 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Three-Dimensional Artifacts
Notes:
The puzzle set includes blocks for two puzzles, each divided into 30 wooden blocks. The wood blocks are 2 inches square, contained in the original stained mahogany box, the sliding lid of which bears the illustrated title label. The block sets are accompanied by two lithograph key plates mounted on linen. The assembled puzzles and key plates depict [1] a view of Hyde Park Corner at the moment Queen Victoria and Prince Albert arrive in their carriage to open the exhibition; and [2] a general view of the entrance looking towards the transept façade, showing the arrival of various personages in carriages, mounted or on foot, including a gentleman with a turban. The building is shown resplendent with the royal standard topping the central transept, indicating that the Queen is in "residence" and that the opening ceremony is about to begin. The other flags shown include those of France, Netherlands, German states and the United States. The maker of the blocks is unidentified, but probably British.
Subject Terms:
Saunders, Erasmus, 1812-1872. | Saunders, Sophia. | Powers, Hiram, 1805-1873. Greek slave. | Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901. | Albert, Prince Consort, consort of Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1861. | Great Exhibition (1851 : London, England) | Crystal Palace (Great Exhibition, 1851, London, England) | Exhibitions -- England -- London. | Block building (Children's activity) | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century. | Amusements -- Great Britain -- 19th century.
Form/Genre:
Building blocks. | Recreations. | Toys. | Lithographs.