Decameron Tarot – Eroticism, humor and desire depicted
About this deck
The
Decameron Tarot deck is a daring, artistic interpretation of Giovanni Boccaccio's famous collection of stories
Decameron. Illustrated by Italian master Giacinto Gaudenzi and guided by erotic culture expert Luciano Spadanuda, this tarot deck offers a mature, playful and visually stimulating look at sexuality and human desire. The cards form a mischievous journey through love, lust and the undeniable beauty of the physical.
Symbolism and themes
The symbolism in the
Decameron Tarot is inspired by the medieval stories of Boccaccio, in which humor, passion and earthly life are central. This deck breaks with convention and features explicit scenes that honestly and without shame celebrate the human body and sexual expression. Diversity in age, beauty and desires is given a prominent place, making this deck a refreshing look at what eroticism in tarot can be.
how the deck comes to life in readings
This deck is intended for adults and can be used for introspection, relationship conversations, creative inspiration or as a playful tarot experience. The cards are compact in size (66 x 120 mm) and come with a multilingual guide in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Due to its explicit nature, this deck is not suitable for children, but is intended for those who dare to combine spirituality with sensuality.
Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?Although the deck follows the classic tarot structure, the images can be experienced as intense or stimulating. For open-minded beginners with an interest in both tarot and eroticism, this deck offers a unique experience. For experienced readers, the Decameron Tarot opens up a new angle for exploring human desires and relationships.
Material and design
The 78 cards are printed on smooth, sturdy paper and have a classic finish. They are supplied in a sturdy cardboard box with an accompanying booklet in five languages. The size of the cards is 66 x 120 mm and the weight of the set is 230 grams. The illustrations are detailed, colorful and contain explicit erotic scenes that are artistically depicted.
Authors
Giacinto Gaudenzi & Luciano Spadanuda
Giacinto Gaudenzi is a celebrated Italian illustrator, known for his refined style and rich imagination. Together with Luciano Spadanuda, a connoisseur of erotic culture, he created the Decameron Tarot as a tribute to Boccaccio's stories and the versatility of human desires. Their collaboration results in a deck that is both playful and profound.
Key features
- Number of cards: 78
- Format: 66 x 120 mm
- Weight: 230 g
- Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
- Language: Multilingual (EN, FR, IT, ES, DE)
- ISBN: 9788883953606
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be drawn into the naughty world of the
Decameron Tarot – a deck that combines eroticism, art and weaves together tarot in a sparkling, adult experience full of playfulness, humor and truth.
