Egyptian ‘Papyrus’ souvenir playing cards with ancient Egyptian art set against a papyrus background. The same images are repeated in each suit. Behind the lavishness of Egyptian mythology and its many gods there was a strong belief in the harmony of nature.


Above: Egyptian ‘Papyrus’ playing cards. 52 cards + 2 jokers.

By Simon Wintle
Member since February 01, 1996
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