Follow the yellow brick road into the magical world of Oz with Wizard of Oz Playing Cards by Kings Wild Project, a stunning tribute to L. Frank Baum's beloved 1900 masterpiece. Designed by renowned artist Jackson Robinson, this deck brings the timeless characters and enchanting story of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to life through exquisitely detailed original illustrations.
Inspired by the original William Wallace Denslow illustrations from the book rather than the later Hollywood interpretations, Jackson Robinson crafted a unique deck that pays homage to the century-old character designs while breathing new life into them. From the rough-looking Wicked Witch to the merry band of friends including the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion, every court card revives these legendary characters in a fresh, captivating style.
Key Features:
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Completely Custom Artwork – Every card features original illustrations inspired by the classic 1900 book artwork
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Emerald City Color Scheme – Stunning emerald green and gold colors echo the magical Emerald City
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Gold-Foiled Tuck Case – Completely redesigned tuck case with luxurious gold foiling and "Follow the Yellow Brick Road" interior printing
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Character Court Cards – Kings, Queens, and Jacks showcase Dorothy Gale, the Wizard, Tin Man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, Good Witch of the North, Good Witch of the South, Wicked Witch of the West, Guardian of the Gate, Winged Monkey, Munchkin, and Soldier with Green Whiskers
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Diptych Jokers – Two jokers form a seamless vertical image depicting the journey down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City
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Printed by USPCC – Manufactured by the United States Playing Card Company for premium quality
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Poker Size – Standard 2.5 x 3.5 inches, 52 cards plus jokers
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Made in USA – American craftsmanship with superior handling and durability
Part of Jackson Robinson's acclaimed Kings Wild Shorts Book Series, this Wizard of Oz deck celebrates classic literature through playing card artistry. The deck diverges from the familiar ruby slippers and green-nosed wicked witch popularized by the 1939 MGM film, instead returning to Baum's original vision before Hollywood's technicolor interpretation.
The elegant green design runs edge-to-edge on the card backs, featuring a subtle two-way pattern that's both classic and understated. The cards feel slightly thicker than standard decks, providing excellent handling for shuffling, fanning, and cardistry. Custom pips and indices throughout maintain the Oz theme while ensuring full playability.
Kings Wild Project playing cards are renowned worldwide as unique and luxurious decks featuring some of the most beautiful artwork on playing cards. This Wizard of Oz deck has earned exceptional praise from collectors who call it "stunning," "gorgeous," and featuring "off the charts" quality and detail. One notable innovation: this is one of the first Oz card sets to correctly make the Tin Woodman (Tinman) the King of Hearts, as the character's entire quest was to find a heart.
Whether you're a Wizard of Oz enthusiast, collector of Kings Wild Project decks, literature lover, or simply appreciate exceptional playing card design, this deck transforms L. Frank Baum's timeless tale into playable art that honors the original book while showcasing Jackson Robinson's masterful illustration style.
