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Boys playing marbles on a street corner
Boys playing marbles on a street corner. In the game of bloquette, players try to throw marbles into a hole. Handcoloured lithograph by Ge Engelmann from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), Librairie Hachette, Paris, 1903
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Allemagne Dadresse Hole Jeux Marbles Pastime Rene Skill Engelmann Games
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This handcoloured lithograph by Ge Engelmann, titled 'Boys playing marbles on a street corner,' depicts a charming scene of children engrossed in the age-old game of bloquette. The image is taken from Henry Rene Allemagne's comprehensive publication, 'Sports and Games of Skill' (Sports et Jeux d'Adresse), published by Librairie Hachette in Paris in 1903. The photograph showcases a group of boys gathered around a hole in the ground, their eyes fixed on the marble in their hands, ready to take their turn. The game of bloquette, also known as 'marbles,' involves players attempting to throw their marbles into the hole, with the smallest marble being the ultimate prize. The boys' expressions convey a sense of intense focus and determination, as they strategize their moves and anticipate their opponents' next actions. The vibrant handcolouring adds depth and richness to the image, bringing the scene to life and transporting us back in time. The boys' clothing and the simple street setting further emphasize the pastoral charm of the scene, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time. This illustration serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of marbles as a beloved pastime, providing entertainment and fun for generations of children. The image captures the essence of leisure and the joy of engaging in a friendly competition with friends on a sunny day on the street corner.
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