An exceptionally well-preserved example of the classic German Black Peter card game featuring the distinctive animal illustrations by Altenburg artist Otto Pech, known as “Pix”. Pech originally designed this card series in 1919; this particular edition was produced by the Vereinigte Altenburger und Stralsunder Spielkarten-Fabriken and can be dated to around 1940 based on the contemporary manufacturer information.
Manufacturer: Vereinigte Altenburger und Stralsunder Spielkarten-Fabriken A.-G. (ASS), Altenburg, Germany
Game: Black Peter / Schwarzer Peter
Designer: Otto Pech “Pix”
Card design: 16 humorous animal pairs + Black Peter
Number of cards: 33 + 1 instruction card
Card size: approx. 106 × 65 mm
Back design: black cat motif with geometric ornamentation
Packaging: original folding box
Special feature: original ASS guarantee / information leaflet included
Dating: circa 1940
Condition: The cards are in near-mint condition and appear unplayed. The original folding box is also in very good condition, showing only minor age-related signs of wear.
A remarkable piece of German playing-card history for anyone who appreciates historic card games, distinctive illustration and exceptionally well-preserved original decks.
The card game has been carefully inspected by me, stored properly and is in the condition described.Shipping is handled with care via DHL and includes tracking.If you have any questions or would like additional detailed photos, I will be happy to help. This is an original one-of-a-kind item.
