About

 

 

Welcome to GrandOuvert – a place for lovers of classic playing cards, rare collector’s pieces and authentic playing-card culture.

Here, history, craftsmanship and passion come together. Every card carries its own era, its origin and its visual language. Playing cards are cultural artefacts – designed, printed and passed down through generations.

My name is Torsten – a collector and dealer specializing in historical playing cards from the 19th and 20th centuries, primarily from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other parts of Europe.

I am a member of the Deutsche Spielkartengesellschaft Bube Dame König. The professional exchange within this society supports my work in the historical classification, dating and evaluation of playing cards and related accessories.

In my shop you will find:

• Historical and antique playing card decks from renowned manufacturers
• Vintage decks from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other countries
• Classic accessories such as gaming counters, card presses and wooden boxes
• Original Altenburger series and carefully preserved individual pieces

Every object is personally examined, documented and described by me. Particular attention is given to:

• Manufacturer identification and printing period
• Tax stamps and historical dating
• Originality and condition
• Artistic and iconographic quality

My aim is not only to offer playing-card culture, but to make it understandable and accessible. Many of the items offered have survived for decades – they deserve careful classification and new owners who appreciate their historical value.

My guiding principle:

• Preserving what carries history
• Sharing what awakens passion
• Connecting collectors and players

Whether you collect, play, or simply appreciate the aesthetics of past eras – here you will find original pieces with history.

Torsten

Collector of historical playing cards