Discover modern elegance with Bicycle Prismatic Playing Cards—a bold departure from traditional card design featuring a mesmerizing geometric aesthetic inspired by mid-century optical art and contemporary design trends.
Design Heritage:
The Prismatic deck draws inspiration from the optical art movement of the 1960s, when artists like Bridget Riley pioneered the use of geometric shapes, bold lines, and carefully arranged patterns to create visually stimulating works that seemed to shimmer and move before the viewer's eyes. This artistic legacy translates perfectly to the playing card format, creating a deck that is as much a visual experience as it is a functional tool for gaming or performance.
Key Features & Specifications:
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Geometric Optical Design - The deck features an eye-catching arrangement of circles, triangles, squares, and lines in a prismatic pattern that creates a retro-yet-modern aesthetic reminiscent of mid-20th century design while feeling contemporary and fresh
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Cold Foil Accents - Red and green cold foil embellishments enhance select elements throughout the deck, adding dimension and sophistication without overwhelming the geometric design
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Faceless Custom Court Cards - Face cards abandon traditional depictions in favor of a minimalist, geometric approach that maintains visual consistency with the deck's overall aesthetic while showcasing elegant line work and abstract design elements
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Geometric Pips - Number cards feature the prismatic geometric pattern compressed and stylized, with pips arranged in a design-forward manner that complements rather than detracts from the overall visual theme
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Custom Aces - Each Ace features a centered geometric design with "PRISMATIC" text displayed in multicolored lettering, making them distinctive focal points within the deck
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Dual-Tone Jokers - One joker appears in traditional black and white, while the other features color foil elements, creating flexibility for effects and color-change tricks while maintaining the modern aesthetic
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Premium Bicycle Air-Cushion Finish - Crafted on premium Bicycle stock with the signature air-cushion embossing that provides smooth shuffling, responsive handling, and exceptional longevity—making these cards suitable for games, cardistry, and magic performances alike
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Made in the USA - Manufactured by USPCC on 100% recyclable paper, meeting Bicycle's standards for quality and durability
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Embossed Tuck Box - The tuck case features geometric patterning and cold foil accents that mirror the card designs, creating a premium unboxing experience that sets the tone for the modern aesthetic within
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Complete Deck Contents - Includes 52 premium cards, 2 custom jokers (one monochrome, one foiled), 1 double-back gaff card for magic routines, and standard advertising cards
Perfect For:
Card collectors who appreciate modern design, graphic design enthusiasts, magicians seeking visually striking decks for performances, cardistry practitioners, players who want conversation-starting cards, and anyone who admires the intersection of optical art and contemporary aesthetics. The Prismatic deck proves that playing cards can be functional tools for traditional games while also serving as miniature works of contemporary art.
