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The Games We Play: Puzzles, Games, & Playing Cards

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 11:00AM EST
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Following on the heels of our 'Artifacts of Play' auction, this sale will celebrate the pastimes of yesteryear and the recent past. The auction will feature antique and modern playing cards and gambling memorabilia, elaborate vintage board games, and puzzles and curiosities, including an extensive offering of rare paper dolls, from various collections.
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Lot 382

[PEEPSHOW]. “World of Tomorrow” 1939 New York World's Fair ...

Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$200

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[PEEPSHOW]. “World of Tomorrow” 1939 New York World's Fair Peepshow. New York: Elizabeth Sage Hare & Warren Chappell, ca. 1939. An accordion-fold peepshow featuring six panels illustrating a walk through the promenades of the 1939 New York World's Fair. Cover image features a group of spectators, including George Washington, looking into the “World of Tomorrow”. Washington’s presence was to commemorate the 150th anniversary of his inauguration as the first U.S. President. Good condition, with bright images throughout. Scattered tears, wear to board edges. 5 x 6 ½”.

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