Poker Cards | Missing Grant Series 008

Poker Cards | Missing Grant Series 008 | Queer Legacy, Boldly Played

A celebration of love, laughter, and the untold stories of Black queer resilience, the Poker Cards | Missing Grant Series 003 reimagines Grant Wood’s American Regionalism to honor the lives and relationships often left out of history. This limited-edition deck features a radiant portrait of two African American men, seated together by a fire, their arms draped around each other in effortless joy and affection.

Set against a warm, fire-lit backdrop under the vast, open sky, this deck transforms the imagery of hardworking, rural life into a testament to queer love, companionship, and the quiet, sacred spaces where true selves could flourish. Whether you are a poker enthusiast, a collector of LGBTQ+ history, or someone who values representation in art, this deck is a reminder that love, in all its forms, has always existed—even when history refused to record it.

Exquisite Design & Premium Craftsmanship

• Heartfelt Card Back Artwork: A beautifully rendered scene of two men sharing a moment of warmth, humor, and trust by the fire, capturing the essence of love, partnership, and hard-earned joy.
• Premium Casino-Quality Playing Cards: Printed on high-grade stock, these cards shuffle effortlessly, offer superior durability, and provide a smooth playing experience, making them perfect for both gameplay and display.
• Warm, Earthy Aesthetic: The deck’s rich tones of firelight, deep greens, and golden-brown hues evoke a timeless sense of camaraderie and romance within the rustic landscapes of early America.
• Limited Edition Collector’s Deck: Part of the Missing Grant Series, this deck serves as a rare artifact of artistic and historical reclamation, ensuring that Black queer stories are not only remembered but celebrated.

Symbolism & Inspiration

• Grant Wood’s Midwest, Reclaimed: His portrayals of rural America and its hardworking people are expanded here to include the stories of Black queer men who lived, worked, and loved in these same spaces.
• The Campfire as a Symbol of Freedom & Kinship: The glow of the fire represents a safe space, a place of storytelling, connection, and survival—where true selves could emerge away from society’s gaze.
• A Tribute to Queer Joy in the Heartland: Despite the challenges of history, love and joy found a way to thrive, and this deck ensures that Black queer love is acknowledged as a fundamental part of the American experience.

Perfect for Players & Collectors

• A one-of-a-kind collector’s deck that merges Americana, queer history, and fine art
• A thoughtful and artistic gift for poker lovers, history buffs, and those passionate about LGBTQ+ and Black representation in historical narratives
• A bold and beautiful reclamation of joy, love, and resilience in early America
• Limited Edition—Secure this piece of history before it disappears once again

Black queer love has always existed. It deserves to be seen, honored, and celebrated. With the Poker Cards | Missing Grant Series 003, every hand played is a tribute to the resilience, love, and legacy of those who came before us. Order now and deal in history, pride, and belonging.

EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY

Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC

Care instructions: Use a soft, clean and dry cloth to gently brush any dust or dirt off from the center of the card outwards.