A superb antique fairground gaming wheel, once mounted on a table axle for fairs, cafes, and local festivals. Made entirely of hand-painted, curved metal, it features large playing card symbols (spades, hearts, diamonds, clubs, stars, anchors) as well as several painted flags (France, the United Kingdom, and the United States). Despite the absence of its central axle and some of the peripheral pins, it retains a remarkable original patina: chipped paint, cracks, and signs of wear make it a decorative piece full of character. This model evokes the famous fairground wheels, the popular ancestors of modern roulette.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1900–1920 ✦ Dimensions: Diameter 58.5 cm – Height 9 cm (bulge excluding supports) ✦ Material: Hand-painted metal ✦ Condition: Good decorative condition, patina from use, missing axle, some missing studs
Authentic fairground piece with unique graphics – ideal for wall decoration in the style of an old bistro, a collection of curiosities or a display case for period games.
