An early 20th-century educational block puzzle, representative of didactic materials from the Edwardian era. This cartographic set offers a historical snapshot of the world before 1914, making it a valuable document of its time.
The game was designed for children's geographical instruction. The maps display borders and toponyms that were altered after World War I, such as "Serbia," "Turkestan," or the extent of the Ottoman Empire in Asia, providing tangible historical context.
DETAILS & CONDITION
- Period: Circa 1905 (Edwardian Era / Belle Époque)
- Contents: Complete set of 16 wooden cubes with paper chromolithographs, 5 paper guide sheets with reference maps (Europe, Asia, Africa, America, Spain), and the original cardboard box.
- Materials: Wood, paper, cardboard.
- Condition: The set is in good condition for its age. The cubes and paper sheets are complete. The illustrations retain much of their original color. The original cardboard box shows significant wear, scuffs on the edges, and stains consistent with its age and use. It is important to note that the top lid of the box is missing.
This item is of special interest to collectors of antique toys, historical cartography, or vintage school materials.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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