The Tarot Steinberger, crafted in Frankfurt around 1820, stands as a magnificent example of nineteenth-century German cardmaking. This extraordinary deck features metal-engraved illustrations meticulously enhanced through colored mask painting, resulting in images of exceptional refinement and detail.
Unlike traditional southern European tarot decks, the Steinberger presents a unique interpretation of the 21 Major Arcana, incorporating both classical and contemporary mythological scenes that beautifully reflect the intellectual and cultural zeitgeist of 1820s Germany. The deck follows the French playing card tradition with Hearts, Clubs, Diamonds, and Spades suits, complemented by the enigmatic Fool card.
This treasured piece of tarot history has been faithfully reproduced as part of Lo Scarabeo's prestigious Anima Antiqua (Ancient Soul) series. Each deck in this limited edition of 2,999 numbered copies is printed on premium cardstock and presented in a luxurious box worthy of its historical significance. The 78-card deck maintains the original dimensions of 59x109 mm and includes multilingual instructions.
