L. I. Cohen
Deck of 52 Playing Cards

Deck of 52 Playing Cards

Public Domain

Deck of 52 Playing Cards
MakerNew York, 1832–1871
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Deck of 52 Playing Cards
Datec. 1832–1850
Printed inNew York , New York, United States
MediumPrinted paper
Dimensions(Each): 3 9/16 × 2 1/2 in. (9 × 6.4 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of an anonymous donor
Object numberB.91.49.1-.52
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Mcintire Bedroom
On view

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
ProvenanceDavid B. Warren, Houston; given to MFAH, 1991.
Exhibition History"Theta Charity Antiques Show," George R. Brown Convention Center, November 17–22, 2010.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
[no inscriptions]
Marked on the ace of spades: L.I. COHEN

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19th century
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Unknown North African, Middle Eastern, and Near Eastern
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19th century
Watercolor, gold-colored pigments, and lacquer on pasteboard
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face of card
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19th century
Watercolor, gold-colored pigments, and lacquer on pasteboard
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Unknown North African, Middle Eastern, and Near Eastern
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19th century
Watercolor, gold-colored pigments, and lacquer on pasteboard
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Bibi or Queen Playing Card for the Game of As Nas
19th century
Watercolor, gold-colored pigments, and lacquer on pasteboard
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Watercolor, gold-colored pigments, and lacquer on pasteboard
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