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Rare & Complete Vintage Sawantwadi Dashavatara Ganjifa Playing Card Set
This is a beautifully preserved, complete 120-card traditional Dashavatara Ganjifa set, hand-crafted in the historic artisan center of Sawantwadi, Maharashtra, India.
Ganjifa cards are famous for their unique circular shape and devotional imagery. This particular set represents the Dashavatara—the ten primary incarnations of the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu. The full deck consists of 10 distinct suits (one for each avatar), with each suit containing 12 cards (10 numeral pip cards and 2 court cards: the Raja/King and Pradhan/Minister).
Signature Ganesha Wooden Storage Box Included
A massive highlight of this listing is the inclusion of the original, hand-painted wooden storage box featuring a sliding lid adorned with a vibrant depiction of Lord Ganesha. In the Sawantwadi tradition, Ganesha is painted on the exterior to bring good fortune and remove obstacles before gameplay begins.
Condition Details:
• Cards: In excellent vintage shape. The hand-painted details, fine line borders, and protective lacquer finish remain remarkably vibrant. No missing cards.
• Box: The wooden box is structurally sound, and the sliding lid works smoothly. It displays authentic vintage character, including minor paint chipping and edge wear from gentle handling over the decades, adding to its genuine antique appeal.
• Note: No instruction booklet is included, which is typical for these artisan-made heritage sets.
This is an exceptional find for collectors of rare playing cards, historians of board games, or anyone who appreciates authentic Indian miniature folk art.
