Rackham Tarot – An Enchanting Journey through the World of Faerie
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About this deck
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Rackham Tarot is a beautiful tarot deck that weaves together the most stunning illustrations of Arthur Rackham (1867 – 1939). His ethereal paintings and illustrations for books such as 'Rip Van Winkle', 'Peter Pan' and 'The Brothers Grimm's Fairy Tales' transport the viewer to the magical land of faerie. This deck invites you on a fairytale journey to the realm of small peoples, where unexpected insights and inspiration await.\n
Background and imagery
\nArthur Rackham remains one of the most celebrated artists of the early twentieth century. His work is known for its delicate lines, atmospheric colors and a unique mix of realism and fantasy. In this tarot deck, his illustrations have been carefully selected and adapted to fit the traditional tarot structure, ensuring that each card tells a story and invites the reader to deepen and interpret. \n
how the deck comes to life in readings
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Rackham Tarot is designed for both novice and experienced tarot readers. The cards are slightly smaller than an average deck, which makes shuffling and handling easier. The illustrations are borderless, allowing the images to come into their own. The included guide provides concise interpretations for each card, which is especially useful for those new to tarot or this particular deck.\n\n
Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?\n\nthis deck gently welcomes those who are new to tarot who want to explore an intuitive approach to tarot reading. Although the illustrations were not originally created for tarot, they each tell a clear story that invites interpretation and imagination.\n
Material and design
\nThe cards measure 65 x 117 mm and are printed on sturdy, mass-production quality card stock. The backs of the cards are symmetrical, making them suitable for use with reverse readings. The illustrations are borderless, with iconic indicators in the parchment-colored borders indicating the number and color, in the style of recent Lo Scarabeo decks.\n
Author
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Arthur Rackham
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Arthur Rackham (1867 – 1939) was an English book illustrator considered one of the leading figures of the 'Golden Century' of British book illustration. His work is characterized by a unique blend of realism and fantasy, with delicate lines and atmospheric colors that stimulate the imagination and transport the viewer to enchanting worlds.\n
Key features
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\n - Number of cards: 78
\n - Format: 65 x 117 mm
\n - Weight: 200 g
\n - Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
\n - Language: Multilingual (English, Spanish, French, Italian and German)
\n - ISBN: 9780738765013
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\nbe drawn into the enchanting world of the
Rackham Tarot and let yourself be carried away by the magical illustrations of Arthur Rackham. This deck is a valuable addition to any tarot collection, offering both aesthetic pleasure and deep insights. Add it to your collection today and discover the stories and secrets each card has to offer.
