Baraja Literaria
“Baraja Literaria” Spanish pack with cartoons by Serafín, published by Asescoin and manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2002.
“Baraja Literaria” fantasy Spanish style pack with cartoons by Serafín Rojo Caamaño depicting famous Spanish literary figures. Published by Asescoin and manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2002.
Above: “Baraja Literaria” Spanish pack with cartoons by Serafín, published in limited edition of 1000 copies by Asescoin and manufactured by Naipes Comas, 2002. 40 cards + 2 Jokers + 2 title cards + 5 explanatory cards in box. The reverse shows Polimnia (Polyhymnia), the Muse of sacred poetry, sacred hymn, dance, and eloquence as well as agriculture and pantomime in Greek mythology.
Above: detail from uncut sheet of “Baraja Literaria” with cartoons by Serafín, 2002.
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