Tarot of Oppositions – The power of duality captured in one image
About this deck
The
Tarot of Oppositions, created by Pierluca Zizzi and illustrated by Michele D'Aloisio, is a groundbreaking tarot deck in which each card shows two faces. The use of a mirrored composition within one image makes both the light and shadow sides of each card visually visible. This not only offers the reader more room for interpretation, but also in-depth insight into the layered nature of every situation.
Symbolism and themes
Central to this deck is the theme of duality: light and dark, above and below, hope and fear. By capturing both sides of each archetype in one image, the deck challenges the reader to look beyond black and white thinking. The “as above, so below” principle becomes visually tangible, giving cards such as The Fool, The Hermit and The High Priestess a layered, narrative depth.
reader experience
The cards have a pleasant size of 70 x 120 mm and are finished with a smooth, slightly glossy coating, making them easy to shuffle. The white card sides contrast nicely with the dark images, although some readers indicate that gold edges would have been an even nicer finish. The included guide is informative and concise, although a slightly more detailed explanation with larger example images would be welcome. The box is sturdy and practical, with room for vertical storage of both cards and guidebooklet.
Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?This deck is accessible to motivated beginners, but is especially appreciated by experienced tarot readers who are looking for a new, deeper way of interpreting. It challenges you to look beyond fixed meanings and to work with context, nuance and inner reflection.
Material and design
The set consists of 78 cards, printed on high-quality cardboard with a premium finish. The cards measure 70 x 120 mm and are supplied in a luxurious storage box with magnetic closure, together with a 160-page English guide. The weight of the complete set is 520 g.
Authors
Pierluca Zizzi & Michele D'Aloisio
Pierluca Zizzi is an Italian game and tarot designer with a passion for dream interpretation and the symbolic explanation of fate. Michele D'Aloisio is an award-winning Italian illustrator, known for his collaborations with screenwriters and graphic novel projects. Their shared vision has resulted in a deck that is both visually impressive and spiritually deepening.
Key features
- Number of cards: 78
- Format: 70 x 120 mm
- Weight: 520 g
- Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9788865277207
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Discover the full spectrum of meaning with the
Tarot of Oppositions – a visually powerful and spiritually layered deck that helps you find balance in any situation.
