Cleopatra Tarot

Cleopatra Tarot - Egyptian mythology and astronomy in 78 cards

Egyptian tarot decks are numerous. Some stay on the surface with pharaoh imagery, others translate the mythology into a workable tarot structure. The Cleopatra Tarot by Silvana Alasia does the latter. The deck follows the classic 78-card layout, but places each card within the context of Egyptian deities, the Dendera zodiac and astrological influences.

Alasia paints in warm colours with clear lines. The deities are recognisable, the symbols are not ambiguous. Each card contains astrological symbols at the bottom of the image, which can indicate timing or cosmic influence.

What you see on the cards

The major arcana show figures such as Isis, Thoth and Anubis. The minor arcana are divided by the four elements, with Egyptian iconography that supports the meaning of each card. The Dendera zodiac, the famous ceiling relief from the temple of Hathor, returns as a reference frame for the astrological layer.

The cards measure 66 x 120 mm, standard tarot format. They have a matte finish and are sturdy enough for regular use. The instruction booklet is multilingual and explains the basic interpretation for each card, including the astrological link.

What sets this deck apart

Many Egyptian tarot decks stop at the visual layer. This deck adds an astrological structure. That makes it interesting for those who use tarot not only psychologically, but also as a tool for timing or as reflection on cosmic cycles.

The symbolism is not subtle. Each card clearly communicates which deity or element is central. That can help if you have little experience with Egyptian mythology, but it also leaves little room for personal interpretation.

Look at the astrological symbols at the bottom of each card. They often give extra information about timing or cosmic influence on your situation.

About Silvana Alasia

Silvana Alasia is an Italian artist who has illustrated several tarot decks for Lo Scarabeo. Her style is characterised by clear lines, warm colour tones and a refined rendering of symbolism. Besides Cleopatra Tarot, she also created the Tarot of Pagan Cats and the Universal Wicca Tarot.

Specifications

• Number of cards: 78
• Card size: 66 x 120 mm
• Finish: Matte
• Guidebook: Multilingual instruction booklet (English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch)
• Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
• Illustrator: Silvana Alasia
• Weight: 240 g
• Packaging: Durable cardboard box

Questions we often get

Do I need to know Egyptian mythology to work with this deck?
No. The guidebook explains for each card which deity or symbol is central and what the card means. The imagery is clear enough to work with even without prior knowledge.

How do the astrological symbols on the cards work?
Each card contains astrological symbols at the bottom that refer to planets, zodiac signs or elements. You can use them to determine timing or to understand the cosmic context of a reading. The guidebook indicates for each card which astrological principle applies.