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Discover the Grand Etteilla in its complete version, ready to join your esoteric collection. Each card is printed on high-quality paper, offering a pleasant feel and remarkable durability. The colors are faithful to the original Étteilla plates, restoring the visual power of the Egyptian and Kabbalistic figures.
What historical journey has the Egyptian Tarot taken to reach us?
The Grand Etteilla is named after Jean-Baptiste Alliette, an 18th-century pioneer who adapted the arcana to Western practices. He claimed to rely on an oral tradition inherited from pharaonic priests, passed down from generation to generation. Over the centuries, the images were retouched and then enhanced by traveling illustrators, creating a link between ancient Egypt and medieval European practices. This deck stands out for its balance between stellar, mythological, and Kabbalistic symbols, already present in the Great Book of the Kabbalah.
In the Middle Ages, traveling communities helped spread these plates, embedding in each illustration a visual story accessible to both initiates and novices. The Bohemians, in particular, played a major role in adapting the original engravings to local cultures. These exchanges gave rise to a rich iconography, where each card tells a story in itself while fitting into a coherent whole.
Enlightened guidance for your divinatory practice
The Grand Etteilla offers a clear reading of upcoming events and inner dynamics. Each card acts as a beacon, revealing emotional, professional, and energetic stakes. By relying on this deck, you have a visual guide to reflect on your projects, understand blockages, and identify supports present in your daily life. Spreads can be done in a cross, in a line, or according to personalized patterns, allowing you to choose the configuration best suited to your question.
