French Carnival Paper-mache Clown Ball Toss Game c.1930-1950 Prints Designed by Jan Johansson

Designed by Jan Johansson

One lock was removed and covered up years ago

and the foot shape changed from an S-shape to a C-curve in 1919

Missing swing out seats

The Matchbox name originated in 1953 as a brand name of the British die-casting company Lesney Products

French Carnival Paper-mache Clown Ball Toss Game c.1930-1950 Prints Designed by Jan JohanssonABOUT An antique French carnival clown ball toss game with wooden ball catch numbered 37. Hand crafted, hand painted paper mache on board. CREATOR Unknown. France. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1930 1950. MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES Paper mache, Paint, Masonite Board. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Some cracking of paint around the perimeter of the clown's head where mounted but stable. One cheek dented from ball toss. Small damage over right