DECK OF THE MONTH: Tarot Divinatorium

Deck of the Month: Tarot Divinatorium is a Rider–Waite–Smith-inspired tarot deck created by acclaimed digital artist André Sanchez. Drawing together classical artwork, digital collage, and ornate baroque-inspired details, it feels both visually rich and surprisingly familiar, inviting you to spend time with the imagery before even beginning a reading.

For this month’s featured deck, I wanted to spend time not only reading with the Tarot Divinatorium but also understanding how its artwork and symbolism shaped the experience.

One of the deck’s most distinctive features is the mirrored artwork found on either side of each card. These subtle details provide additional symbolic layers, offering fresh insight for upright interpretations on one side and reversed or shadow aspects on the other. It is a thoughtful addition that encourages readers to slow down, observe more closely, and discover new depth within the imagery.

First Impressions of the Tarot Divinatorium

I found myself returning to the Tarot Divinatorium repeatedly, noticing new details within the artwork each time I worked with it. When you first reach for the deck, the smooth velvet box immediately stands out. It creates a sensory experience that unknowingly invites you into a world of beauty, luxury, and pleasure from the very beginning.

Although the card stock feels quite thin, there is an undeniable sense of luxury within both the design and artwork of the deck. The gilded edges transport you to another era, evoking the richness and elegance of the Gilded Age.

At first glance, there is a distinctly feminine quality to the deck. The artwork feels soft, romantic, and delicate. The imagery is reminiscent of late 16th-century paintings, with works inspired by the Old Masters reimagined through the lens of tarot.

The energy of the deck makes you want to pause and absorb every detail of the imagery before even using it as a divinatory tool.

Who is this deck for?

This deck is well suited to those who appreciate art, art history, and the reinterpretation of visual expression through tarot. It is accessible for both beginners and experienced readers, as the imagery remains relatively close to the traditional Rider–Waite–Smith deck.

The Tarot Divinatorium feels gentle yet honest in the messages it conveys, offering a nurturing and emotionally supportive energy to both the reader and recipient.

It is particularly recommended for individuals with an affinity for the visual arts who wish to weave this appreciation into their spiritual practice.

The deck also feels supportive for readers who work intuitively and emotionally, as the artwork deeply engages the sensory and emotional body.

Additional features of this month’s
Deck of the Month: Tarot Divinatorium

After spending time with the deck, I noticed there are multiple layers through which the cards can be interpreted and utilised in readings. Alongside the main artwork, there are mirrored images placed on either side of the card, offering a more intricate and nuanced layer of interpretation.

The mirrored artwork is quite small, so some readers may benefit from using a magnifying glass to fully appreciate the detail.

The left mirror represents positive or upright interpretations, fresh insight, and encouragement.

The right mirror represents reversed meanings, caution, or shadow aspects connected to the card.

This is a unique feature of the deck, effectively offering three layers of interpretation within each card and adding significant depth for both reader and recipient.

Overall, our Deck of the Month: Tarot Divinatorium feels less like simply opening a tarot deck and more like stepping into an immersive artistic experience feels like an experience rather than simply a tarot deck, one that is best absorbed slowly and approached as a full sensory journey.

About the Creator

The Tarot Divinatorium was created by André Sanchez, a French digital artist whose work combines photography, graphic design, and digital collage to create richly layered, dreamlike imagery. Drawing inspiration from artists including Frida Kahlo, Peter Greenaway, and Dave McKean, his work blends historical influences with contemporary digital techniques to create visually immersive compositions.

This distinctive artistic approach is reflected throughout the Tarot Divinatorium, where classical European paintings are thoughtfully reimagined through the structure and symbolism of tarot, resulting in a deck that feels both timeless and contemporary.

The Tarot Divinatorium by André Sanchez is available to purchase, while stocks last, in-store and online at Wax Spiritual for £23.99.

Mimi,
Wax Spiritual

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