Roberto De Angelis' Universal Tarot

The Universal Tarot, is a 78-card tarot deck illustrated by Roberto De Angelis following the instructions of A. E. Waite, designed for both study and divination.

Overview

The Universal Tarot deck is a modern tarot set that contains all traditional tarot elements arranged in visually engaging compositions. It was created for serious apprentices and seasoned tarot readers, providing a practical deck for divination, meditation, or instructional use

The artwork offers uncluttered, sophisticated imagery with a thoughtful use of color, making interpretation easier and more intuitive

Features

78 Full-Color Cards: Covering all major and minor arcana.

Instruction Booklet: Includes guidance for learning and using the deck. Some companion booklets may include five languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German

Artistic Style: Combines traditional tarot symbolism with new, innovative compositions, allowing familiar motifs to be recognized in a fresh context

Card Quality: Designed for frequent use and long-lasting durability; the artwork and card stock support repeated shuffling and readings

Usage

The Universal Tarot is suitable for:

Tarot Study: Ideal for learning and practicing symbolic meanings.

Divination: Can be used in intuitive readings or detailed spreads.

Personal Growth: Meditative and introspective exercises for spiritual or creative development

The Universal Tarot is celebrated for its clarity, artistic quality, and adherence to Waite’s traditional symbolism, making it a versatile deck for collectors and practitioners alike

Publication Details

Author/Illustrator: Roberto De Angelis (artist), guidance by A. E. Waite (instructions)

Publisher: Llewellyn Publications

Publication Date: January 8, 2001

Format: Hardcover deck with a companion booklet

ISBN-10: 073870007X

ISBN-13: 9780738700076

Language: English

Print Length: 78 pages (booklet)

Dimensions: Approximately 2.75 x 1.19 x 4.75 inches

Weight: About 2.31 pounds