Dondorf's “Luxus-Spielkarte Vier-Erdteile”,(“Four Continents”) c.1880-1906. First published in c.1870, it has been re-published in several editions, variations and formats since then. Some were published after 1906, when the firm was re-named Dondorf GmBH. Earlier editions had square corners whilst the later editions had rounded corners. The court cards are dressed in the garb of their corresponding part of the world, as represented by the Four Aces: Spades show a Sultan, his wife and a Janissary (sultan's household troops or bodyguards). Hearts portray a Great Mogul, an Indian princess and an Indian warrior; the suit of clubs depicts the Spanish King Ferdinand, Queen Isabella and a Spanish ambassador. Diamonds illustrate the Emperor, the Empress and a mercenary soldier.

This is Karl’s tenth pack and reflects his admiration for the cards produced by the German firm of B Dondorf. He has mimicked the “Luxus-Spielkarte Vier-Erdteile [ Four Continents Luxury Playing Cards ] designed by Friedrich Karl Housmann in 1870. The pack consists of 52 cards plus 4 additional Aces plus a Coloured Magic Joker plus signed card from Karl all in original red box with title card to front. The Court cards are double ended and represent National figures from various parts of the world. The double Aces consist of one hand coloured showing exotic scenes; the others two unclouded scenes of Bath. It is understood that no more than 50 packs, of this very popular topic, were made. The cards measure 44 by 76 mm