Playing Cards from Austria
Cocktail
Aluminium playing cards manufactured by Häusermann United Chemical and Metal Engraving Co., Vienna, c.1925
Colonial Art
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by Ian Taylor
A collection of 53 pieces of art showcasing detailed scenes from early American colonial life.
Cosmopolitan № 2121 playing cards
“Cosmopolitan” № 2121 playing cards designed by Russian artist Valeri Mishin, 1996
Die Neue ÖVP
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by Matt Probert
Promotional deck for the Austrian People’s Party (ÖVP) printed by Piatnik, 1996.
Disney Princess
Featuring Disney Princesses and Enchanting Tales in two sizes of pack made for Eastern Europe.
El Jokey by Piatnik, 1990s
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by Simon Wintle
‘El Jokey’ Spanish-suited pack by Piatnik & Sons, Vienna, 1990s
Fair Play
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by Matt Probert
Fair Play budget brand by Piatnik first appeared c.1950 before disappearing in c.1990.
France Royale Bridge
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by Matt Probert
“France Royale” Bridge playing cards by Willy Mayrl depict historical characters from France’s royal past.
Goal Fußball Spielkarten
“Goal” Fußball Spielkarten manufactured by Ferd. Piatnik & Söhne Wien, c1930s.
Grunwald 1410 – The Battle of Tannenberg
Details from the famous painting of the Battle of Grunwald (1410) by the Polish painter Jan Matejko.
Gulliver’s Travels
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by Matt Probert
Gulliver’s Travels card game no.293 published by Piatnik, c.1950.
J. Glanz Historical playing cards
Historical Theatrical playing cards manufactured by J. Glanz, c.1860.
Johann Nejedly Tarok Cards
Johann Nejedly, a 19th-century Viennese card maker, produced Tarock cards featuring modern scenes that reflect the artistic and cultural trends of the time.