Baraja Gallega

Published September 12, 2013 Updated June 13, 2024

Baraja Gallega designed by cartoonists and caricaturists Pinto Chinto (David Pintor & Carlos López) in 2002.

2002 Galicia Spain La Voz de Galicia Carlos López David Pintor Advertising Caricatures Cartoon Galicia

“Baraja Gallega” or “La baraja de Galicia”

Baraja Gallega was designed by cartoonists and caricaturists Pinto Chinto (David Pintor & Carlos López) and published in conjunction with a scratch card competition run by the newspaper “La Voz de Galicia” in April, 2002. The prizes included a Hyundai Accent CDRi and 1000 euros in cash. The usual suit symbols have been replaced with objects associated with Galicia: scallop shells, umbrellas, bagpipes and barnacles. The court cards depict Galician historical and cultural personalities such as Rosalia de Castro, Alfonso X and Castelao.

See also: Baralla Galega →

Baraja Gallega designed by Pinto Chinto, 2002 back from Baraja Gallega designed by Pinto Chinto, 2002

Above: Baraja Gallega, designed by cartoonists and caricaturists Pinto Chinto (David Pintor & Carlos López), whose signature appears on the Ace of Scallops. 40 cards in box. The back has an advertisement for the newspaper “La Voz de Galicia” and Hyundai cars.

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