Ten of Batons 1751

"Ten of Batons" is a hand-painted playing card from a deck of 52 created by Claude Burdel in 1751. The card features a bold, colorful design with ten orange batons, or staffs, bundled together in a criss-cross pattern. The batons are topped with a variety of ornate, colorful finials. The Minneapolis Institute of Art holds this card, which measures 4 7/16 x 2 7/16 in. (11.27 x 6.19 cm). This card is an example of a traditional French playing card design, with a focus on clarity and functionality for gameplay. The meticulous detail and rich colors of this card speak to the artistry of Burdel's work.