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The Most Beautiful Deck in the World?

Friday, June 20th, 2008

Oh, how I love the Mitelli Tarocchini.

I think it really might be the most beautiful deck in the world. Ever time I look through it I’m simply astonished by its delicacy and grace. I also love the mix of simplicity in presentation and incredible detail.
I can understand why this deck isn’t more popular. […]

Essays of Andrea Vitali

Sunday, March 2nd, 2008

Andrea Vitali is an Italian Tarot historian who has made many contributions to the study of Tarot History. He’s been instrumental in bringing attention and investigation into the role of Bologna in the development of the Tarot. His book iL Tarocchino di Bologna is worth getting for the pictures alone, even if you can’t read […]