Rare and Lovely 1903 Constructive Geometry Playing Cards vintage bookends Very early 20th century I

Very early 20th century I would think and clearly French

long measure (length)

including a wonderful butterfly-like upper case "X"

12 5/8" tall x 8 5/8" wide x 7/16" deep

textured black vase featuring two large

Rare and Lovely 1903 Constructive Geometry Playing Cards vintage bookends Very early 20th century II've always got an eye out for interesting and beautiful playing cards, and these to my sensibilities are very much both of those, though a bit hard to photograph well due to the sheen. The 1903 deck, produced by The Cincinnati Game Company for educational purposes, consists of 55 cards representing various geometric stapes, with a complete instruction book detailing various ways to use them. I find the minimalist pale minty green shapes super