c1790 – A set (?) of 23 cards depicting characters, who position can be seen from their name, such as Peter, Never Fight, Billy Flutter, Gaffer Nobody, Molly Rule the Rost (sic), Faithful Nancy
In the style of “Twelfth Night Cards” which were used to mix people up at Twelfth Night Events and very popular in the late eighteenth century

Cards - Condition / Cards are excellent no sign of use 23 cards – three without a title representing royalty (printed in reddish brown on paper - very flimsy) / No rules / No wrapper
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These two sheets of cards are cards from J Lee’s Comic Lottery Amusement.
This is two sheets of cards (24 cards). There is some damage and repair hence pictures of the backs have also been shown.
John Lee was a wood engraver, working in Hatton Garden in the 1790s

Condition - Some damage as the pictures show, a tear that has been repaired on the back (looks more like a crease from the front) - wear at the corners of the "cards" (ie in the sheet) probably from where they were folded and a couple of small holes. The cards are colored and interesting - one states "Good luck, to this good company presents ten thousand pounds with J Lee's compliments" (long s used - so difficult to read initiallly). These sort of cards were often used at twetfth night parties
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A set of 10 cards probably for entertainment at Twelfth Night Celebrations
For the Lady
“A man of high birth and wealth you shall marry And a title to boot so dear Miss do not tarry
And for the Gentleman
“A Virgin that’s old and thin in her shape – The stars have decreed to be your wedded mate
The Christmas season in the Georgian era, was still based on the Twelfth Night festival running from Christmas eve to the twelfth day after. It was a season of entertainment, delightful excitment and merry-making.
In the late 18th century to early 19th century Twelfth Night celebrations were at the height of their popularity. Twelfth Night celebrations were based on the Medieval tradition of disguise, elaborate display and role reversal led by an elected master of ceremonies

Twelve Night Cards - Condition - Cards are good - no rules or box

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