Abbott and Ely
Deck of Playing Cards

face of card

Public Domain

PrinterNew York, c. 1835–1840
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Deck of Playing Cards
Datec. 1835–1840
Probable placeBoston, Massachusetts, United States
MediumPrinted paper
Dimensions(Each): 3 5/8 × 2 1/2 in. (9.2 × 6.4 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Katharine Prentis Murphy
Object numberB.60.97.1-.52
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Drawing Room
On view

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
ProvenanceKatharine Prentis Murphy (1882–1967); given to Miss Ima Hogg, 1960; given to MFAH, by 1966.
Exhibition HistoryTheta Charity Antiques Show 1989, Houston TX., September 13–17, 1989 (LN:89.33)

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