L’hirondelle Savante - ’Magic’ Victorian Game

Hirondelle Savante answers geographical questions seemingly by magic! Aligning the question you want answered to the top of the board, the wise Swallow then moves on its own to reveal the answer. Saussine Ed. L’hirondelle savante. 1860, p. 1 game. box with magnetic board built in, 2 round, magnetic volvelles) : cardboard, wood, magnets ; in container, 22 x 27 x 6 cm. McGill Library Rare books and Special Collections.