Game rules
Burroughes and Watts Ltd
Category
Manuscripts and documents
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood, glass and metal
Measurements
510 x 415 mm; 30 mm (Length)
Place of origin
London
Order this imageCollection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 16842
Summary
Wooden frame with gilt inlay. Glass fronted. Contains a print of the rules of pyramid pool. Ornate heading at top reads; RULES / TO BE OBSERVED IN PLAYING THE / GAME OF PYRAMID POOL. / BURROUGHES AND WATTS. LONDON. This is followed by seventeen rules. Metal hooks fixed to top. Gilt and twisted wire to hang. Back of frame is removable panel held by sixteen nails.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
Burroughes and Watts Ltd, manufacturer