Basler Fasnachts-Karten
The Basler Fasnachts deck is designed each year by a different local artist.
Basler Fasnachts-Karten Playing Cards, 1987
See also: 1982 • 1983 • 1984 • 1985 • 1986 • 1988 • 1989
The Carnival of Basel (German: Basler Fasnacht) is the biggest carnival in Switzerland which takes place annually between February and March. A special deck is designed for the occasion by a local artist. The 1987 Basler Fasnachtskarten deck was designed by Marianne Pomeroy, successfully capturing the spirit of the carnival, the colourful costumes, masks and harlequins with flutes and drums, almost like Alice in Wonderland or a Disney animated movie. The participants toss confetti into the crowds and hand out sweets and other treats to the spectators. Wikipedia →
Above: the 12 court cards from the 1987 Basler Fasnachts-Karten deck designed by Marianne Pomeroy and printed by Müller A.G., Neuhausen a/R. 52 cards + 3 Jokers.
Above: all images courtesy Barney Townshend.
By Barney Townshend
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