Mid 19th century. New England origin. A rare and an exceptional board with 5 colors. Matching 8 by 8 square checkers games have black and putty white painted squares on a dark rich brown background with mustard yellow pinstriping and decoration. Interior checker storage compartment is painted apple green. Retains original lock with diamond shaped hardware. Square nailed construction. Measures 20" by 12 3/4" by 3 1/4" deep, folded, or 25 1/2" by 20", unfolded. (R)