Vintage Polish Folk Art Hand-Painted Wooden Playing Card Holder by Irena Makowey

Description

Unique card holder composed of two original small-scale folk art paintings depicting figures with card suits by Polish artist, Irena Makowey, protected by two glass inserts to front and back and housed within a wooden box without top enclosure (ca. 1960s, Poland).
Soiling/wear to wooden housing, as shown. Otherwise, in good, vintage condition.
Includes two vintage decks of cards.
H: 4.13" x L: 3.25" x D: 2.5"

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Soiling/wear to wooden housing, as shown. Otherwise, in good, vintage condition.

Dimensions:
Height: 4.13 in.
Width: 3.25 in.
Depth: 2.5 in.

Category: Boxes
Origin: Poland
Materials: Glass, Paint, Wood

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Soiling/wear to wooden housing, as shown. Otherwise, in good, vintage condition.

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Vintage Polish Folk Art Hand-Painted Wooden Playing Card Holder by Irena Makowey

Lot 2370

Estimate $130-$380

Feb 8, 2026, 10:14 PM EST

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