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Games unknown, 14th century
Games unknown, 14th century. A variant of hide and seek, and boys playing a guessing game where one holds up a certain number of fingers and his colleagues have to show the same, similar to scissors, paper, rock. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England, Chatto and Windus, London, 1876
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Fingers Guessing Hide Pastimes Scissors Seek Strutt Unknown Variant 14th Games
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1. Title: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Past: A 14th Century Guessing Game This hand-colored lithograph, created by Joseph Strutt in 1876, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient pastimes and games. Entitled "Games Unknown, 14th Century," the image depicts a group of boys engaged in a lively guessing game, a variant of which is known today as "scissors, paper, rock" or "fingers." In this intriguing game, one boy holds up a certain number of fingers, and his companions must mimic the same number, either with the same or similar configuration. The first boy then tries to guess which of his friends has matched his display. This game, though simple in nature, required quick observation, memory, and strategic thinking, making it a popular pastime among the youth of the 14th century. The image, taken from Strutt's comprehensive work "Sports and Pastimes of the People of England," beautifully captures the essence of childhood joy and camaraderie. The boys, dressed in clothing typical of the era, are fully engrossed in their game, oblivious to the world around them. The hand-colored lithograph adds a touch of vibrancy and life to this historical snapshot, transporting us back in time to an era long gone. This illustration serves as a reminder that, despite the passage of centuries, the essence of play and the joy of a good game remain constant. It is a testament to the enduring power of human connection and the ability of simple pastimes to bring people together, transcending the boundaries of time and culture.
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