Tarot Neocolonial de las Américas – A Visual Journey through 500 Years of History
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About this deck
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Tarot Neocolonial de las Américas, created by Puerto Rican artist Patrick McGrath Muñiz, is an impressive tarot set that depicts 500 years of colonization and conquest in Latin America. This deck offers a unique combination of traditional tarot structure with rich cultural and historical elements from the history of the Americas.\n
Background and imagery
\nThe cards are inspired by classical Renaissance, Baroque, and Latin American colonial art styles. Each card tells a story about the collision between the Old and New Worlds, depicting historical events and figures that illustrate the cards' lessons. These visual narratives offer in-depth reflection on themes such as colonialism, consumerism and climate change.\n
How the deck comes to life in readings
\nThe deck is designed for both tarot enthusiasts and those interested in the history and culture of the Americas. The cards can be used for traditional tarot readings, but also serve as an educational tool to learn more about often overlooked aspects of Western history.\n\n
Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?\n\nWhile the rich symbolism and historical references add a layer of depth to interpretation, the traditional tarot structure makes the deck accessible to both beginners and experienced readers. The included guide provides valuable context and interpretations, which is especially useful for newcomers.\n
Material and design
\nthis set includes 78 cards measuring 70 x 135 mm, printed on high-quality card stock for durability. The set comes in a sturdy cardboard box and includes a 92-page booklet with explanations and interpretations.\n
Author
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Patrick McGrath Muñiz
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Patrick McGrath Muñiz is an artist from Puerto Rico who works primarily with oil paintings on canvas and retablos. His work is inspired by old masters and Spanish colonial paintings, addressing themes such as colonialism, consumerism and climate change. He currently lives with his family in Texas.\n
Key features
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\n - Number of cards: 78
\n - Format: 70 x 135 mm
\n - Weight: 1 lb (approximately 454 g)
\n - Publisher: U.S. Games Systems, Inc.
\n - Language: Spanish, English, Portuguese and French
\n - ISBN: 9781646710768
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\nDive into the rich history and culture of the Americas with the
Tarot Neocolonial de las Américas. This unique tarot set not only provides in-depth insights for tarot readings, but also serves as a valuable educational tool. Add this special deck to your collection and discover the stories each card has to tell.
