Jeu des 4 Opéras – France Cartes 1990 – Silvia Maddonni – Sealed Deck

A charming and collectible French playing card deck inspired by the grand world of opera, designed by Silvia Maddonni and printed by France Cartes on the historic presses of Grimaud (Baptiste-Paul Grimaud, master cardmaker since 1848). Published in 1990, this whimsical pack features theatrical figures with extravagant opera-style costumes — a signature of Maddonni’s artistic style.

Despite the title Jeu des 4 Opéras, the deck actually illustrates five operas, with Carmen represented by the two Jokers.

🔹 52 playing cards
🔹 2 Jokers
🔹 1 extra introduction card
🔹 Bilingual leaflet (French & English)
🔹 Original tuck box

Specifications:
🔹 Publisher: France Cartes, Paris
🔹 Illustrator: Silvia Maddonni
🔹 Year: 1990
🔹 Size: approx. 88 × 63 mm
🔹 Condition: Brand new and factory sealed (see photos)
🔹 Origin: Made in France

A delightful deck for collectors, opera lovers, and fans of unique French design.

🪶 Collector’s Note

Silvia Maddonni’s bold and theatrical illustration style makes her decks stand out among French productions of the late 20th century. Sealed 1990 editions printed by France Cartes are increasingly hard to come by, making this a desirable and display-worthy collectible.