The Red Lion

Catalog Code: 
2- 21210
Description: 

A "Little Cut-Up" puzzle cut by H.E. Hamlen, Chicopee, MA 1930's.  Interlocking, color line cut, misc. knobs some serving as "interval knobs" to enhance interlock between 2 different color areas.  The 'Red Lion' is probably the most common name for a pub in the United Kingdom and originates from the time of James I and VI of Scotland who came to the throne in 1603. James ordered that the heraldic red lion of Scotland be displayed on all buildings of importance – including pubs!  Wikipedia  Coach in scene is the London/York coach.  Artist is Arthur Birch.

General Information
Artist: 
Arthur Birch
Maker: 
Hamlen, H.E.
Series: 
Little Cut-up
Date: 
1930's
Width: 
8"
Height: 
6"
Material: 
plywood
Container: 
box
Pieces Information
Pieces: 
102
Colorline: 
yes
Interlock: 
yes
Styles: 
random knobs
Topics: 
coaching
European town
Sale Status: 
For Sale