Naipes OMBÚ playing cards manufactured by C. Della Penna S.A.C.I., Buenos Aires, c.1950s
Naipes Ombú was one of Della Penna's brands of French-suited playing cards, alongside Naipes Congreso, Naipes Guarany and Naipes Inca. The ombú is a massive evergreen tree native to the Pampas of South America, and is illustrated on the 2 Jokers and the ace of spades. It is a symbol of Uruguay, Argentina, and of Gaucho culture.


By Simon Wintle
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