Cup and saucer with a playing card design and gilt details
The Ace of Hearts card on the saucer is inscribed: I. ESTL, WIEN, 817. This item is a good example of ‘pipitis’, the condition which leads to the purchase of items covered in emblems, such as cards, beloved of many magicians.
Details
Size | Diameter of saucer 150mm. |
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Date | Mid 20th century or earlier. |
Organisations | I. Estl |
Key Phrases | Pipitis |
Category | Novelties, Toys, Games & Jokes |
Ref no | N1075 |