Alice in Wonderland Playing Cards 1898 Set
High Resolution JPEG Picture of 1898 Alice In Wonderland playing cards. This is Set 7 from a deck of 19th century playing cards "The new and diverting game of Alice In Wonderland", consisting of 48 playing cards with drawings faithfully copied by Miss E. Gertrude Thomson from original drawings by Sir John Tenniel, as they appeared in the 1896 edition of the book "Alice's Adventures In Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll. The manufacturer is Thomas de la Rue (London). The 48 cards are arranged in sixteen sets of three cards, each set bearing the same number. One card in each set is the “leading” card and shows the title of the other two cards. Set 7 shows Alice and the flamingo, the Duchess smiling and the herald (a rabbit).
This image showcases a unique set of playing cards inspired by Lewis Carroll's 'Alice in Wonderland', dating back to 1898. Each card features intricate illustrations of characters and scenes from the beloved story. The design embodies a whimsical and nostalgic style, capturing the essence of the fantastical world Carroll created. These vintage illustrations serve as a visual gateway to a classic literary universe.
These Alice in Wonderland playing cards are ideal for various applications, including educational materials that explore literary themes, blog posts about classic literature, or decorative elements in children's rooms. They can be used in social media content for promoting book clubs, on websites discussing the history of children's literature, or as part of cultural exhibitions or infographics that highlight literary heritage.
