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November 22, 2018 • Art of Play 0

We're Matching up to $10,000 for California Wildfire Relief

Join us this Season of Giving to really make a difference in someone’s life, and help us raise $20,000 for the California Community Foundation's Wildfire Relief...

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November 10, 2018 • Art of Play 1

Cardini's Famous Playing Cards

Their minimal design, vibrant color and bold stripes complimented the card artistry he performed on stage. They became a trademark of his act, and a deck revered...

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November 08, 2018 • Art of Play 0

A Brief History of Hanayama and Their Famous Cast Puzzles

To spark your curiosity and enjoy a fun challenge, embrace the power of the famous cast puzzles by Hanayama. These mechanical puzzles await your persistence in...

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November 02, 2018 • Art of Play 0

The Magical History of Modern Playing Card Design

Today's game lovers take great delight in designer decks and luxury playing cards. Luxe design has always been a hallmark of what makes a card...

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October 07, 2017 • Art of Play 0

Cardistry-Con 2017 Official Video

On July 7th over 300 Cardists from around the world gathered in Downtown Los Angeles for Cardistry-Con 2017. Relive the experience with the Official Video...

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June 23, 2017 • Art of Play 0

Art of Play Visits Japan

We’re always searching for new products and inspiration so this year we decided to travel East and see what treasures we might discover in the...

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May 13, 2017 • Adam Rubin 0

Tops by Ray & Charles Eames

Tops is a short film directed by Ray & Charles Eames in 1969. The film showcases many different styles of spinning tops from around the world,...

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March 25, 2017 • Art of Play 1

Japanese Art of Marquetry

Ever wonder how the Japanese achieve such intricate patterns in their woodwork, particularly for those popular gift boxes you see in souvenir shops? This short film captures...

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November 21, 2016 • Art of Play 6

History of Spinning Tops

Ancient Tops Spintops are among the oldest toys ever discovered by archaeologists. A clay top unearthed in Iraq was dated to 35th century BC—nearly six thousand years ago. The...

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Blog of Play

We're Matching up to $10,000 for California Wildfire Relief

Cardini's Famous Playing Cards

A Brief History of Hanayama and Their Famous Cast Puzzles

The Magical History of Modern Playing Card Design

Cardistry-Con 2017 Official Video

Art of Play Visits Japan

Tops by Ray & Charles Eames

Japanese Art of Marquetry

History of Spinning Tops