Dante Tarot (Out of Print)

A Collector's Journey Through the Divine Comedy

Travel from the depths of Inferno to the light of Paradise in one of Lo Scarabeo's most celebrated literary tarot decks.

Some tarot decks tell a story.

The Dante Tarot takes you on one of the greatest journeys ever written.

Inspired by Dante Alighieri's immortal masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, this remarkable deck transforms the epic pilgrimage through Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso into a deeply symbolic tarot experience. Created by renowned Italian artist Andrea Serio and author Giordano Berti, the deck blends literary history with tarot archetypes, inviting readers to explore themes of temptation, redemption, wisdom, and spiritual awakening.

Long sought after by collectors, the original Dante Tarot has become increasingly difficult to find and is now Out of Print, making surviving copies highly prized by lovers of literary tarot, Italian art, and historic Lo Scarabeo releases.

🔥 A Literary Classic Reimagined Through Tarot

Rather than following the Rider-Waite-Smith system directly, the Dante Tarot draws its symbolism from one of the most influential works in Western literature.

As Dante descends into Hell, ascends Mount Purgatory, and finally reaches Paradise, each stage reflects the universal human search for truth, transformation, and enlightenment. Giordano Berti thoughtfully adapts these timeless themes into a unique tarot structure, while Andrea Serio's vivid illustrations capture the grandeur, beauty, and drama of Dante's vision.

The result is a deck that rewards careful study and offers an unforgettable reading experience for those drawn to mythology, literature, and esoteric symbolism.

At a Glance

• Author: Giordano Berti
• Artist: Andrea Serio
• Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
• Deck Type: Tarot Deck
• Card Count: 78 Full-Colour Cards
• Guidebook: Multilingual Instruction Booklet
• Card Size: 66 × 120 mm
• ISBN: 9780738701776 (original English edition)
• Status: Out of Print (OOP)

Why You'll Love This Deck

• 📖 Inspired by Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy
• 🎨 Beautiful artwork by Andrea Serio
• 🔥 Rich with literary, historical, and spiritual symbolism
• 🏛 A unique alternative to traditional tarot systems
• 🌟 A sought-after Out of Print collector's deck
• 📚 Perfect for lovers of classic literature and mythology
• 🔮 Deep, contemplative readings that reward repeated study
• 💙 A true Lo Scarabeo classic

The Experience

Reading with the Dante Tarot feels less like opening a deck of cards and more like stepping into a medieval epic.

Every card carries echoes of Dante's extraordinary journey, where every encounter becomes a lesson in the human condition. Themes of justice, hope, love, temptation, forgiveness, and redemption unfold across richly illustrated scenes inspired by one of history's greatest literary works.

Andrea Serio's artwork combines vibrant colour with classical composition, creating cards that feel both dramatic and timeless. Rather than offering immediate answers, the deck encourages reflection, making it especially rewarding for readers who enjoy exploring symbolism layer by layer.

This isn't simply a tarot deck.

It's an invitation to walk beside Dante himself.

Perfect For

• Collectors of Out of Print tarot decks
• Lovers of Dante Alighieri and The Divine Comedy
• Literary tarot enthusiasts
• Students of symbolism
• Tarot historians
• Lo Scarabeo collectors
• Readers seeking something beautifully different
• Lovers of Italian art and culture

Product Details

• Author: Giordano Berti
• Artist: Andrea Serio
• Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
• Cards: 78
• Guidebook: Multilingual Instructions
• Card Size: 66 × 120 mm
• ISBN: 9780738701776
• Status: Out of Print

Collector's Note

The original Dante Tarot, first published by Lo Scarabeo in the early 2000s, has become one of the publisher's most desirable literary decks. Unlike later Dante-inspired releases, this edition completely reimagines the tarot through the lens of The Divine Comedy, introducing unique Major Arcana and suits inspired by Dante's writings. As copies have become increasingly scarce, it has earned a well-deserved reputation as a treasured collector's piece among enthusiasts of both tarot and classical literature.

Why We Love It at Oneness Emporium

We have a real affection for tarot decks that dare to do something different.

The Dante Tarot doesn't simply borrow artwork or sprinkle literary references across familiar cards. It fully embraces one of the greatest works ever written and builds an entirely new symbolic language around it.

Because of that, it's a deck we often recommend to collectors rather than absolute beginners. The more you know about The Divine Comedy, the richer the experience becomes, yet even without that knowledge the artwork and symbolism remain captivating.

Now that this edition is Out of Print, it represents something even more special: a fascinating chapter in Lo Scarabeo's publishing history and a wonderful reminder of how imaginative tarot can be.