Playing Arts

From the two of clubs to the ace of spades, each card in this beautiful deck has been individually designed by one of the 55 chosen international artists in their distinct style and technique. The idea of the Playing Arts project was to create a deck of unique playing poker cards, each one designed by the most talented designers and illustrators from all over the world, using their own individual style and technique. The end result is nothing short of spectacular.

THE SHINING BOARD GAME

The Shining is a 1980 movie adaptation of Stephen King’s horror novel featuring the stellar performance of Jack Nicholson. If you have seen it, you will know that it is a story that messes with your mind. In this cool board game you will travel to the heart of the Rocky Mountains to take charge of the Overlook Hotel while it is closed for the winter. Designed for 3-5 players, it has each take up as a Caretaker of the doomed hotel, working together to survive, or y...
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SHUFFLEBOARD TABLE | BY DISTRICT MFG

Constructed from reclaimed oak, this beautiful Shuffleboard by District MFG features a unique playing surface and is custom manufactured one at a time. The structure is made from a single welded frame constructed from high strength steel and with an aged bronze finish, the gutters have a sleek hand-stitched leather base. 8 pucks and silicone beads are included. watch the video Available from District MFG or from Restoration Hardware...
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IOTA PLAYING CARDS | BY JOE DOUCET

How minimal can a design be and still function as a playable and attractive deck of cards? The answer is IOTA, by New York-based designer Joe Doucet, a beautiful deck of playing cards printed with simplified geometric symbols and minimal lines. Joe dallies with the idea of how much you can take away from the typical overdressed kings and queens and oversized hearts and spades while still maintaining a playable deck. The result is an elegant, contemporary and light-f...
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