Our Tarot – A tarot deck that unites history and feminine power
About this deck
Our Tarot by Sarah Shipman is a beautifully crafted feminist tarot deck that connects 78 influential women from history with traditional tarot archetypes and their symbolism. This luxurious deck comes in a high-quality storage box with magnetic closure and satin ribbon, and features artistic collage portraits of women who have shaped the world. The accompanying book provides a brief introduction to the history of tarot, detailed explanations of the cards and practical examples for interpretation and spreads.
Background and imagery
This deck weaves together history, feminism and spirituality by linking each tarot card to a historical woman or group of women from different cultures and eras. The accompanying book describes the life stories, achievements and qualities of these women and connects their legacy to the meaning of the accompanying card. Among the figures depicted are Jane Addams, Benazir Bhutto, Lucrezia Borgia, Anne Frank, Frida Kahlo, Beatrix Potter, Florence Nightingale, Cleopatra and Marie Curie.
how the deck comes to life in readings
Our Tarot is perfect for curious souls and seasoned readers alike. The comprehensive book provides not only card interpretations, but also biographical background information that delves into the historical meaning and symbolism of each card. Thanks to the sample readings, it is easy to integrate this deck into daily tarot practices and gain in-depth insights.
Are these cards welcoming to those new to tarot or advanced students?Thanks to the extensive guide and the clear link between historical figures and tarot meanings, this deck is suitable for both beginners and advanced students who want to enrich their tarot practice with historical and feminist perspectives.
Material and design
this set includes 78 beautiful illustrated cards with artistic collage portraits and comes in a high-quality storage box with magnetic closure and satin ribbon. The accompanying 352-page book is full-color and provides detailed biographies and map meanings.
Author
Sarah Shipman
Sarah Shipman is an artist whose work has been exhibited at the Lexington Art League in Kentucky and the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia, among others. Her originally self-published
Our Tarot received praise from the Huffington Post and caught the attention of fashion house Christian Dior, leading to a collaboration on tarot-inspired fashion. Shipman received a Master of Fine Arts from Savannah College of Art & Design and lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia.
Key Features
- Number of cards: 78
- Format: 140 x 71 x 216 mm
- Weight: 1,048 g
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9780062909855
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Our Tarot is an inspiring deck that combines the power of female history with the depth of tarot, perfect for anyone looking for wisdom, self-reflection and empowerment.
