The Art Of The Game: A Collection Of Vintage Game Boards From The Collection Of Selby Shaver. In the Original Shrink Wrap! Collection of Selby Shaver

Shaver and Chambers. New in New dust jacket. 2001. First Edition. Hardcover. Hardcover in the original shrink wrap! From the publisher...From the Book Flap) Game boards of the 19th and early 20th Centuries could easily be dismissed as naive attempts to amuse previous generations. Often upon closer examination of pieces from the past we not only gain appreciation for the effort put forth; we recognize the progression from past to present. Perhaps at no other time in history have the graphic arts played a more integral part in every day life as they do today. "The Art of the Game" provides an electic journey through the graphic art of vintage game boards. It is the culmination of one collector's attraction to the visual diversity captured in these otherwise simple pastimes. Originally intended to provide entertainment for a select few, they are now presented to the audience they merit. And, just as they were intended to provide hours of enjoyment, they continue to beckon those who delight in their appeal. Additional charges for extra shipping cost may apply. ; Color Illustrations; Oversize; 215 pages .