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The Playing Cards

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$26.52 $39 In stock

Category: Playing Cards

A full deck of classic playing cards, reimagined with illustrations by Lev Kaplan, the artist behind The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilization. Each card is beautifully designed with artwork drawn from the world of The Book, turning a familiar game into a collectible piece of art. Perfect for card games, family gatherings, or simply as a unique keepsake for fans of design and storytelling.

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Customer Reviews (4.2 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Ryan ★★★★★

These are easily the most gorgeous cards I own; the artistry on every single one makes even a simple game of solitaire feel special. I actually paused to admire the illustrations before shuffling, which has never happened with a standard deck.

Richard V. ★★★★★

Every card feels like a mini art piece — I keep pulling out the court cards just to admire the detail. The deck handles well for poker nights and the illustrations make it a great conversation starter.

Ellie ★★★★☆

The illustrations have that same clever, detailed style from the guidebook, which is exactly why I picked these up. They feel sturdy enough for regular shuffling, though I wish the box was a bit more premium for the price.