Piatnik Chinese Birds No. 2271 double bridge playing cards, Vienna 1982

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Chinese Birds playing card set by Piatnik, Vienna, reference No. 2271, 1982 edition, dual bridge deck. Refined bird and flower decoration in a red and black palette, presented in its original case.

Description

Dual bridge deck playing card set published by PIATNIK, a Viennese manufacturer, with the mention Made in Austria. The case indicates 2 x 54 cards/cartes, corresponding to two bridge-sized decks.

The Chinese Birds design combines birds, blossoming flowers, foliage, and stylized stems, on alternating red and black backgrounds. The composition uses an ornamental vocabulary inspired by Chinese art, with a refined decorative finish, typical of illustrated card decks from the second half of the 20th century.

The set is presented in a rigid black box, with a printed red jacket bearing the inscriptions Chinese Birds, Bridge, PIATNIK, No. 2271, and Made in Austria.

Context

A 1982 Viennese edition, this dual deck is part of Piatnik's production of decorative cards, a company renowned for its illustrated decks and themed series. The floral and ornithological motif evokes the chinoiserie repertoire, appreciated for its botanical compositions, exotic birds, and marked chromatic contrasts.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The case shows signs of use, rubbing, small marks on the corners, and superficial wear related to handling. The visible cards retain a legible and colorful design, with a discreet patina of use on the edges.

AFW

Careful packaging adapted to the nature of the item. Professional shipping with reinforced protection to preserve the case and cards during transport.

Keywords: [Playing Cards, Chinese Birds, No 2271, dual bridge deck, PIATNIK, Vienna, 1982, 2 x 54 cards, Made in Austria, playing cards, bridge game, black box, bird and flower decor]