Lithographer and printer Bernhard Dondorf founded the B. Dondorf company on April 2, 1833 as printing and trading company in Frankfurt, Germany. He specialized in high-quality print products. From 1839 they mainly focused on the production of playing cards. With this revived and redesigned deck from the late 19th century I want to honor these almost forgotten art pieces.

The Black Roses are blooming again for the second time in a very grounded green color. Designed in Germany by the lead graphic designer of the Orbit Deck Daniel Schneider. The 2nd Edition Black Roses Playing Cards features a minimal floral design inspired by classic playing card composition. Unlike the first edition, Daniel added some magicians on the courts whom you might find familiar. Something special, because the Black Roses probably wouldn't exist without some of these people. The name of the deck and the color might be a little bit confusing at the first glance. This edition of Black Roses has a green back. You'll see why these cards are still called Black Roses when you see the Jokers.

Join us in celebrating the 10 year anniversary with the first fully marked gold foil Black Roses.