Drawing its inspiration from the mysterious, symbolic world that underpins tarot's Renaissance birth, "The Renaissance Tarot" is ideal for both the novice and the experienced tarot reader alike. Here, traditional tarot imagery and contemporary concerns have been woven together to create a beautiful deck that allows the reader to draw on his or her own intuition whenever they read the cards. Jane's fascinating commentary both inspires and enlightens, and provides a lucid key to an era long misunderstood. The tarot's secret means are unlocked with the help of Jane's clear, accessible text, and the cards' links with numerology revealed, allowing accurate interpretations to be made both quickly and easily. A selection of tarot layouts are also included in the book, supported by easy-to-follow diagrams and real life readings.
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Lyle has chosen to present this deck in Renaissance style as that was the time period in which the Tarot first appeared and would therefore lend itself to an exploration of the philosophies that lie therein. The book which accompanies the cards is very clearly set out and easy to follow, and includes four traditional spreads with very helpful sample readings.The artwork is more sculpture than painting and is very pleasing to the eye.
The Major cards are paired, starting with 1 and XX, working forwards/backwards with X/XX1 'bringing up the rear' so to speak. 'The Fool' has not been paired as this is his/her journey. Many of the images/symbols are similar to the Rider-Waite ones, yet the style and composition are vastly different and exquisitely executed. For each card there are four sections - the symbolism; an exposition of the archetype's universal development throughout history; upright meanings; and reversed meanings, along with astrological correspondences. This 'formula' is one which works well, as demonstrated in Lyle's 'The Lover's Tarot' (see review).
The Minor cards are not quite full illustrations yet not just pips. The images are powerfully simple, a great deal being conveyed through body language and other symbols, again beautifully executed. The Court cards have retained their original titles except for 'Page' which becomes 'Princess-Page'. Lyle has also included a table of correspondences for the Minor Arcana, summing up a great deal of information in a few words. For each suit the correspondences are - 'Element', 'Elemental Spirit', 'Season', 'Time', 'Psychological Function', 'Zodiac Signs', 'Keyword', and 'Highest Power'. Whilst it isn't necessary to use the table, nevertheless a more in-depth reading can probably be achieved by including some of the correspondences.
I love Jane Lyle's style, as she is direct, doesn't try to blind us with science, and knows how to pick the right artist!
The Major cards are paired, starting with 1 and XX, working forwards/backwards with X/XX1 'bringing up the rear' so to speak. 'The Fool' has not been paired as this is his/her journey. Many of the images/symbols are similar to the Rider-Waite ones, yet the style and composition are vastly different and exquisitely executed. For each card there are four sections - the symbolism; an exposition of the archetype's universal development throughout history; upright meanings; and reversed meanings, along with astrological correspondences. This 'formula' is one which works well, as demonstrated in Lyle's 'The Lover's Tarot' (see review).
The Minor cards are not quite full illustrations yet not just pips. The images are powerfully simple, a great deal being conveyed through body language and other symbols, again beautifully executed. The Court cards have retained their original titles except for 'Page' which becomes 'Princess-Page'. Lyle has also included a table of correspondences for the Minor Arcana, summing up a great deal of information in a few words. For each suit the correspondences are - 'Element', 'Elemental Spirit', 'Season', 'Time', 'Psychological Function', 'Zodiac Signs', 'Keyword', and 'Highest Power'. Whilst it isn't necessary to use the table, nevertheless a more in-depth reading can probably be achieved by including some of the correspondences.
I love Jane Lyle's style, as she is direct, doesn't try to blind us with science, and knows how to pick the right artist!
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This cards is very three-dimensional design.
Lovely antique-style shades.
I've purchased as part of the collection, great cards for divination.
Lovely antique-style shades.
I've purchased as part of the collection, great cards for divination.
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