The Weiser Tarot – A fresh reissue of a classic
About this deck
The Weiser Tarot is a new edition of the classic Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck from 1909. This version features updated, vibrant watercolor paintings that retain Pamela Colman Smith's original line drawings, but with a fresh look. Additionally, Hebrew and astrological symbols have been added to the Major Arcana cards, providing additional layers of interpretation for those interested in Kabbalah and astrology.
Background and Imagery
This deck combines traditional tarot imagery with modern elements. The renewed colors and symbols enrich the connection with contemporary tarot readers, while retaining the essence of the original artwork. The addition of diverse skin tones and hair tones ensures an inclusive representation in the cards.
how the deck comes to life in readings
With its vibrant watercolor colors and attractive palette, the Weiser Tarot is accessible to both new and experienced tarot readers. The basic colors and thematic connections between the different series make recognizing patterns and interpreting the cards more intuitive.
Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?This deck is perfect for newcomers and experienced readers alike. The updated colors and additional symbols offer a fresh look on the traditional images, which makes learning and interpreting the cards easier.
Material and design
this set includes 78 cards and comes with a 64-page guide. The maps have been repainted with vibrant watercolor colors while retaining the original line art. The addition of Hebrew and astrological symbols to the Major Arcana cards provides additional layers of interpretation.
Author
Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Colman Smith
Arthur Edward Waite (1857–1942) was an American-British poet and mystic who wrote extensively on occult and esoteric subjects. Pamela Colman Smith (1878–1951), nicknamed Pixie, was a British artist, illustrator, writer and occultist. Together they created the original Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck, which became the standard for tarot readers and remains the most widely used deck to this day.
Key features
- Number of cards: 78
- Format: 83 x 133 mm
- Weight: 400 g
- Publisher: Weiser Books
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781578637959
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Discover the updated Weiser Tarot and deepen your tarot practice with this fresh reissue of a classic. Add this enchanting deck to your collection and experience the rich symbolism and modern interpretations it has to offer.
