I Tarocchini – Giuseppe Maria Mitelli – Grafica Gutenberg, 1978 – Italian Tarot Deck (62 cards)

This rare and beautiful edition of I Tarocchini is a 1978 facsimile reprint of the historic tarot deck engraved by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli between 1663 and 1669. Produced by Grafica Gutenberg (Italy), the deck reproduces the celebrated Bolognese tarot tradition known as Tarocchino, characterized by its reduced structure of 62 cards.

This edition includes lightly watercolored cards, a booklet in Italian, and a hardcover slipcase-style box with Mitelli’s artwork on the front and back. Each card is a faithful reproduction of the 17th-century originals, showcasing allegorical figures from Renaissance iconography. The trumps follow a unique sequence derived from the Bolognese “Type A” order, with some surprising visual interpretations—such as “Love” portrayed by a blindfolded Cupid holding a flaming heart, or “Strength” as a woman embracing a column.

Mitelli’s deck is more than a historical curiosity; it is a window into the intellectual and artistic sensibilities of Baroque Bologna. This 1978 edition has become a collectible in its own right.

Details:
Title: I Tarocchini
Creator: Giuseppe Maria Mitelli
Publisher: Grafica Gutenberg
Country: Italy
Year: 1978 (original engravings: c. 1663–1669)
Format: Hardcover slipcase + Italian booklet
Number of cards: 62
ISBN: 88-85014-00-3
Condition:  "Very good overall, with light wear to box edges and minor discoloration, as shown in photos. Cards in excellent shape."

A must-have for collectors, historians, or lovers of esoteric art.

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Out of print edition, a VERY rare find for collectors!

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