Fournier - Nº 35
Made in Spain by Heraclio Fournier under reference Nº 35,
although it can also be found as Nº 55 or Nº 5, featuring the
same illustrations but with different back designs and minor variations
in the cards' finish.
This is one of the most widely distributed
Spanish-suited decks by the brand today, alongside the iconic Nº 1.
Its designs originally belonged to Naipes Guarro in Barcelona,
which was acquired by Fournier in 1930. I have found online examples of
this deck already bearing the Fournier name with tax stamps from
the 1931–1936 period, indicating that production resumed shortly after the
acquisition.
A classic example of the Catalan pattern,
featuring notable details such as the Barcelona coat of arms on the
Ace of Swords and the Vitoria coat of arms on the 4 of Cups. The
anchor on the 4 of Coins is also worth mentioning, being an element
regularly seen in Catalan pattern sets.
The suits are clearly
distinguished, with vivid yet mildly muted colors that provide a
sober appearance. While it shares many similarities with other decks that
share the pattern, this specific rendition showcases a highly refined and
detailed style without falling into excess, resulting in an excellent
aesthetic and functional balance.
The cards feature a
matte finish that is pleasant to both touch and sight, contributing to
good legibility and a smoother handling experience compared to the satin or
glossy finishes used by other models and brands.
In Spain,
it is usually sold wrapped in cellophane without a case. However,
there are editions destined for other areas (such as Argentina) where the
exact same deck is distributed in tuck cases, reflecting packaging differences
depending on the target market.
Coins
Cups
Swords
Batons
Card Back & Joker
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