Description: c.1860 Gassmann Tarot de Marseille, complete 78 of 78 cards. Published by François Gassmann (1792-1870), Geneva Switzerland, c.1840-70 Free Shipping Worldwide Deck: Gassmann Swiss Tarot de Marseille, Type II Description: François Gassman, Tarot de Marseille, Type II, Geneva, Switzerland, c.1840-70, 78 of 78 cards, woodblock printed and stencil painted. The Major Arcana and courts are full-length figures; cards with French titles, Roman numerals, Italian suits and square corners. The 2 of coins reads, "Fabriquees Par Gassmann, Cartier A Geneve." There are several differently coloured versions of the Gassmann tarot. This is one of the earlier editions distinguished by a baby blue and distinctive brown, where the yellow and darker blue are somewhat muted compared to a version in the former Kaplan collection (2006, 29). [Kaplan I, 163; BM 1882,0211.89-166]. Deck Identifiers: · Style: Tarot de Marseilles, Type II · Titles: French · Borders: single black line · Inscription content: Lettered on the 2 of coins is "Fabriquees Par Gassmann, Cartier A Geneve." In the centre of the 4 of coins is the initial R. Each Major Arcanum and court card bears a title. · Versos/Backs: pink patterned design of amoeba-like spots · Tax Stamp: no tax-stamp CONDITION: Good condition, complete; 78 of 78 cards, some wear, soiling, and patina, some corner wear, no significant damages, though deck is slightly curved and some cards are darkened; La Justice and the Ace of Wands have a minor surface crease/wrinkle at the middle of card; the versos show specific wear and soiling along the left-edge from being handled and shuffled; the evidence of wear suggests this deck was used and held regularly (see photographs). Card Dimensions: 11.5 cm X 6.3 cm Shipped immediately, international worldwide posting, securely posted in air cushioned package, complete as pictured. Duties & Taxes in the receiver's country, if any, are to be borne by the receiver/buyer. *********We are happy to answer any questions you may have and can provide further pictures on request.McClosky's has a number of Antique, Vintage and Collectible Playing Cards for saleas well as a fine selection of Rare Tarot Decks and Fortune Telling CardsFeel free to browse, we offer combined shipping deals!**********Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @McCloskysBooksFollow our Tarot and Fortune Telling Card Division on Instagram@AntiqueTarot
Price: 5000 CAD
Location: Keswick
End Time: 2025-02-03T16:31:54.000Z
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