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Tarot of the Animal Lords [Cards]

Lo Scarabeo
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Dec 8 2003
The Tarot is all about balance. With this deck, you can tap into animal energies with ease. These images combine animal and human figures while maintaining the recognizable compositions of traditional Tarot. The charming use of colors coupled with rigorous research has allowed Giannini to create this gem of poetry and sensibility. Tarot of the Animal Lords is for all those who love animals but prefer the easy readability of classic Tarot iconography.

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Since 1987, Art Publisher Lo Scarabeo has published over 100 Tarot decks that have been acclaimed all over the world for originality and quality. Only the best Italian and International artists are selected for our new decks, and the result is that Lo Scarabeo's decks are all recognizable as an exceptional artistic value.TraditionOne of Lo Scarabeo's goals is the preservation of traditional Tarot decks.DevelopmentNew decks and ideas are continually gathered from all over the world. This allows Lo Scarabeo to produce some of the most innovative decks available today.QualityLo Scarabeo is committed to ever increasing quality and beauty of their products.Distribution*Llewellyn is the exclusive distributor of Lo Scarabeo products in North America.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Addition to my Collection Dec 6 2007
Format:Cards
This is not a Tarot to start learning from, this is a collector Tarot deck for those whom are comfortable with each of the 78 Cards already. There are some cleverly hidden symbols that correspond with the true meanings of certain cards which I wouldn't have thought of - it took a mind of great imagination and someone who'd researched the Tarot well. Some symbols either escape my understanding or aren't the traditional meaning of the Card, but with experience you learn to use the images in any Tarot deck to open your psychic senses.
The animals in this deck return the Reader to a primal mindset, and also a land of fantasy and limitless possibility, and should not be sold short. Most importantly I find my clients respond well to such peaceful and fantastic images, especially children or animal lovers - or fantasy lovers.
Now if you're a hardcore fan of Traditional Tarot symbolism, there's still a lot here for you if you look carefully enough at the delicious symbolism.
Completely satisfied.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Good idea. Could be better. Jun 6 2004
By Shadfox
Format:Cards
The anthropomorphic theme is the unique and fascinating aspect of this deck, but it could have been executed better. The cards featured on the box don't compare in quality to the other cards that make up this deck. The proportions of the figures are often painfully inaccurate even with the artistic liberties one gets with merging man and beast. The card borders feature the name of the card in six different languages, another production shortcut that detracts from the aesthetics of this deck.

I've never bought a deck of cards that smelled so chemicaly putrid, either! I'd compare it to the noxious fumes of White Out!

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4.0 out of 5 stars I didn't like it at first, but now I really enjoy it Aug 31 2009
By Hannah Quintanilla - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Cards
I bought this deck a few years ago. At the time it seemed fun and quirky, but as I used it, I lost interest in it. I think that a lot of it had something to do with the fact that at the time I was not using my intuition to read the cards and the LWB (little white book) that comes with this deck is just awful! It gives pathetic little descriptions for each card, so if you get this deck, buy a more in-depth tarot book for interpretation purposes (or just go with your gut). Such as Rachel Pollack's 78 Degrees of Wisdom or ...well pretty much any tarot book.

Anyway, I found myself returning to this deck after quite a long break. That happens sometimes with tarot decks. You may forget about a deck or simply not resonate with it until a later time. Now I really enjoy it and I find it funny at times. The imagery is not Rider-Waite-esque but is recognizable enough that you could still use the Rider-Waite meanings to fit with this deck.

All in all it's enjoyable and if you don't mind the quirkiness of the images then I think you'll enjoy it. Personally, I think quirky is good!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual Anthropomorphic Imagery Nov 30 2009
By Janet Boyer - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Cards
"Ever since the start of time man has looked to nature and its phenomena as a key for interpreting the surrounding world, trying to understand the secrets and meanings that could allow him to master the forces of the Universe. It's therefore normal that they symbols and allegories connected with the animal world have always constituted a vast field and that the depictions of animals have often assumed sacred and religious meanings." - From the Little White Book to the Tarot of the Animal Lords

If most decks have a distinct personality--and I believe they do--then the Tarot of the Animal Lords embodies parental kindness and ancient wisdom. From a bespectacled camel smoking a pipe while seated on a rug in the 6 of Cups to the fierce, agile tiger as the Knave of Swords, this particular deck epitomizes the powerful symbolism of anthropomorphism.

As such, all-too-human expressions like surprise in the face of sudden upheaval (as when Beaver's dam breaks in The Tower), fear (Bison about to be bullied over edge of a cliff by angry Wolf), and playful contentment (Bunnies in The Sun) run the gamut in the Tarot of the Animal Lords.

Although this deck features animals with humanoid traits, it's not an entirely cuddly animal Tarot like the Animals Divine or the Tarot of the Magical Forest. No, in this deck some cards demonstrate hardship, cruelty, danger and even a bloody death (as with the 10 of Swords depicting a fallen gazelle pierced with two arrows and a bloody sword to its side).

It's challenging for most artists to paint photorealistic animals, but I would imagine illustrating animals holding human poses and exhibiting strong, evocative emotion would be even more daunting. The artwork of the Tarot of the Animal Lords, painted by Angelo Giannini, is truly astounding.

For example, two robed snakes converse in the 7 of Swords card. One has a hand covering the side of its mouth while speaking. I can almost hear it say "Between you and me...", as if confiding a secret (or a bit of gossip!). The other snake tilts its head as if listening intently and thoughtfully.

From dolphin to praying mantis, peacock to hippo, there's a great selection of creatures in the Tarot of the Animal Lords representing fowl, reptiles, mammals and fish. While the Little White Book conveys adequate widely-accepted upright and reversed keywords for each card, as with many Lo Scarabeo decks, the words bear little or no connection the actual card image.

Case in point: the keywords provided for the bloody, fallen gazelle of the 10 of Swords say "Sensitivity, simplicity and peace". Granted, the reverse meanings are "Affliction, pain and lack of enthusiasm", but I think the lack of correlation between keywords and card imagery would be confusing to Tarot beginners or those trying to learn this particular deck.

In my opinion, a much better way to understand the Tarot of the Animal Lords would be to "read" the emotion, posture and environment of the cards. For added depth, books by shamanistic authors such as Ted Andrews and Scott Alexander King provide comprehensive insights into specific animal behavior and traits, expanding understanding of Giannini's renderings. (Animal Speak by Andrews would be a particularly great choice.)

The cards measure approximately 4  x 2  inches with the reversible backings a subdued wine and white mirror image of the regal cow elephant from the High Priestess card. The Minor Suits are Wands, Swords, Chalices and Pentacles, with the Court Cards following the Knave, Knight, Queen and King order.

If you identify strongly with the animal kingdom and don't mind anthropomorphism, I think you'll be impressed by the Tarot of the Animal Lords. Overall, this deck surpasses any animal oracle or Tarot deck I've seen in terms of identifiable and universal themes, as well as the scope of phylum represented.

Deep, clear and accessible (despite some of the cut-to-the-quick truths portrayed), I have found this deck to be accurate and profound in its messages, making it especially good for journaling, meditation and shamanic journeying.

-- Janet Boyer, author of Back in Time Tarot

(To see 18 images from this deck, visit the Reviews--Decks section at JanetBoyer.com)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love these cards Jan 19 2012
By Judi Bunner - Published on Amazon.com
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I can't seem to help myself when I see cards that are as beautiful as these. I have many decks I have purchased simply because the art work is awesome, and this is one of those. I have other decks I use to read with only because I have two of the same decks. I guess I am a collector. I can't say that much about the interpretations because I use my own.
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