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Lot 019 - Vintage "The Juggle Puzzle" Clown Dexterity Puzzle Game, Manufactured by R. Journet & Co. Ltd., London, England, 4-1/8" W x 5" H
Vintage dexterity puzzle titled "The Juggle Puzzle," part of the R.J. Series of Popular Puzzles, manufactured by R. Journet & Co. Ltd., London, England, item number 4125. The puzzle consists of a yellow-framed glazed case with a printed interior card depicting a laughing clown in a harlequin costume juggling bottles, set against a red arched background with stars and crescent moon motifs. Four loose pieces — two red-tipped and two black-tipped miniature bottle forms — are contained within the case. The object of the puzzle, as printed on the face, is to maneuver the red pieces into the red bottles and the black pieces into the black bottles by tilting the case. The reverse bears the series title and a descriptive text block in alliterative style, with the manufacturer's name and item number printed along the bottom.
Condition shows wear to the yellow exterior including scuffing and losses at the corners. The interior card shows toning and light soiling.