Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game
Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game

Victorian "Ascot" Horse Racing Trade Stimulator Game

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c. 1890s; Jaques & Son - London, England

Mechanical tabletop trade stimulator in a polished wood case, labeled "Ascot - The New Racing Game" with a chromolithographed lid depicting jockeys mid-race. Produced by Jaques & Son of London-well known for quality games and sporting apparatus-the piece embodies late Victorian amusement design, combining visual appeal with a simple, engaging mechanical action.

A side-mounted crank with an ivory-style handle winds an internal bar, pulling multiple strings forward simultaneously. Each string is tied to a cast metal horse and rider, causing them to surge forward together to simulate a race. The front panel features individual string guides aligned to each horse, allowing players to place bets before the crank is turned. The interior is lined with green felt, and the original painted horses remain present, showing wear consistent with repeated play. The mechanism operates smoothly, demonstrating the straightforward ingenuity of period trade stimulators used in pubs and shops to encourage wagering and customer engagement.

Jaques & Son, established in the late 18th century in London, became one of England's most respected game manufacturers, known for producing high-quality parlor games, sporting goods, and early mechanical amusements.

Shows light wear consistent with age including minor surface marks to the wood, paint wear to the horses, and light wear to the felt interior; mechanism is functional and operates as intended.

10.5" W x 4.5" D x 4" H

MM - 20394 - 042226

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