The Imperial Vignettes 1890s Tarot Deck with a detailed guide and historical ritual book

Immerse yourself in the golden twilight of the Russian Empire's Belle Époque .
"Imperial Vignettes 1890s" is not just a Tarot deck, but a mirror of a bygone era.

Inspired by the refined aesthetics of late 19th-century St. Petersburg, this deck transports you to a world of dacha tea parties, schoolyard pranks, and the quiet wisdom of the past century.

Why choose Imperial Vignettes?

A unique historical atmosphere
Each card is a living scene from the 1890s, reflecting the transition from old traditions to new times.

Reimagined Archetypes
Classic Tarot in an unusual historical reading:
"The Novice" (The Fool), "The Old Watchman" (The Hermit), "The Privy Councilor" (The King of Swords).

Bilingual titles
All 78 cards are labeled in pre-revolutionary Russian and English, preserving the authentic spirit of the era.

Deep symbolism
The deck is suitable for both intuitive readings and deep psychological work. Astrological and planetary correspondences are provided for each Major Arcana.

Authentic historical immersion
The images, characters, costumes, interiors, and everyday scenes are carefully reconstructed based on the culture and everyday life of the Russian Empire in the 1890s, creating a sense of museum authenticity.

What's included in the kit?

78 full-color Tarot cards
Major Arcana and four suits: Wands, Cups, Swords and Pentacles.

Plot illustrations
Each card tells a story, from the Triumphant Cyclist (6 of Wands) to the Apothecary's Measure (Temperance).

A detailed guide to working with the deck
An expanded guide covering the deck's philosophy, card meanings, spreading techniques, and recommendations for both beginners and professionals.

Bonus: Historical Book of Rituals
A unique supplement with authentic rituals found in rare private collections of the late 19th century, carefully preserved and translated into English.
These are not fictional practices , but real collection materials of the era - spiritual, symbolic and everyday rituals for deep practice, meditation and personal ceremonies.

The path to self-knowledge
Use the deck as a tool for reflection and internal dialogue: “the cards reflect trends, but the final choice is always yours.”

Spirit of the Deck
"The great in the small, the serious in the comic."
Here, the depth of high magic is combined with a touch of Chekhovian irony. These cards will become your wise advisors.

The deck is designed for slow, thoughtful readings—not just for predictions, but also for contemplation, storytelling, and meaningful conversations with intuition and the past.

Ideal for:

• connoisseurs of history and Russian culture
  
• collectors of original and rare decks
  
• those who are looking for soft, nostalgic and deep energy
  
• practitioners who prefer decks with detailed instructions and ritual practices
  
• as a special gift for tarot readers, historians and spiritual researchers
  
  

Characteristics

Material: paper (premium quality cardboard)

Number of cards: 78

Card size: 120 x 70 mm (convenient narrow format – easy to shuffle and read)

Finish: matte linen texture (pleasant tactile sensation, no glare in candlelight or lamplight)

Online reading guide + detailed instructions with expanded card meanings, deck philosophy, and historical context

A bonus online book of historical rituals: authentic archival practices from private collections of the 19th-century Russian Empire, translated and adapted for meditation, personal rituals, and deep Tarot work.

Bilingual card titles (pre-revolutionary Russian and English) for complete immersion into the era

Designed for collectors, intuitive practitioners, and vintage aesthetic enthusiasts