Black Peter card deck for children printed in Riga during World War II, believed to have been designed by a Latvian artist.
Estonia's first period of independence lasted 22 years, beginning in 1918, and this period was one of great cultural advancement. Estonia regained independence in 1991 after the collapse of the USSR and joined the European Union in 2004.
Latvian Patience Cards designed by Karlis Krauze, mid 1930s
Playing cards designed by artist Larisa Kovalass-Kovalevska on the theme of the Latvian folk epic “Lāčplēsis”.
The best Latvian playing cards were produced just after independence, during the period 1921-1942. Enrst Plates A.S. of Riga was a well-known manufacturer.
