The artist is lady frieda harris and she worked with crowleys rough sketches to produce images that would be. The magnificent crowley thoth tarot deck contains kabbalistic and astrological attributions described in aleister crowleys the book of thoth. Book of thoth crowley the tarot and the holy qabalah. This deck of aleister crowley thoth are lightly gloss with beautiful weary illustration only a true tarot reader would love to have as a collection or deck user. Aleister crowley thoth tarot has been named one of the top ten tarot decks of all time by aeclectic tarot. Theres very few facial features on the figures portrayed in the thoth, so youre not going to be able to look at a figure and read their face for any clues. The crowley thoth tarot deck is considered to be one of the most influential and powerful decks of all time. Thoth tarot deck by aleister crowley 1988, hardcover ebay. The thoth tarot was the result of five years of painstaking effort by legendary occultist aleister crowley, whoin conjunction with artist lady frieda harrisreinterpreted the traditional 78card tarot deck to adhere to crowleys own philosophies as well as esoteric knowledge of everything from science to alchemy to astrology and the kabbalah. Aleister crowley and the metaphysical thoth tarot gaia. The aleister crowley thoth tarot deck psychic eye book shops.
Aleister crowley commissioned frieda harris to paint the thoth tarot. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It is a great esoteric deck with nods to qabala, astrology, alchemy, and world mythology. This book describes the philosophy and the use of aleister crowleys thoth tarot, a deck of tarot cards designed by crowley and codesigned and painted by lady frieda harris. Crowleyharris thoth tarot deck stock photo image of. The answer for almost everyone is, without question, aleister crowleys book of thoth. This tarot deck was created to illustrate crowleys the book of thoth. Lady frieda harris there exist different formats of the deck, the. The cards were painted on canvas, in a projective geometrical style, by lady frieda harris 18771962, from 19381943, under close supervision by aleister crowley.
The art deco artwork of the thoth deck is rich in egyptian symbolism. Thoth tarot deck by aleister crowley, frieda harris. Thoth is basically its own system, as the rw is a different system. This deck was not intended for the average tarot reader, but for the practiced occultist.
Thoth tarot major arcana tutorials esoteric meanings. Crowley has written a guidebook for the deck, the book of thoth, to interpret frieda harriss images. Crowley referred to this deck as the book of thoth, and also wrote a book of that title intended for use with the deck crowley originally intended the thoth deck to be a sixmonth project aimed at updating the traditional pictorial symbolism of the tarot. For more information see my stores policy and shipping page. The book of thoth, also known as the crowleythoth, is the deck that is undoubtedly steeped in the deepest occult symbology.
The magnificent art deco work contains kabbalistic and astrological attributions described in the book of thoth. The deck itself, besides working as the elemental and zodiacal symbol association system of popular tradition, functions simultaneously as a qabalistic tree of life and taoist i ching. Thoth tarot, the book of thoth tarot tarot of the egyptians aleister crowley and frieda harris tarot deck 19381943. He worked on the deck from 1938 to 1943 and many regard this as his greatest work. Thoth tarot deck 1943 ancient egyptian connections. Aleister crowley called the thoth tarot deck, the book of thoth and claimed that the deck reflected the wisdom of the ancient egyptian book of thoth. Thoth tarot deck small purple by crowleyharrisazuregreen. Crowley died in 1947, and harris in 1952 neither would see the paintings published as tarot cards. Photo about the major arcana of the crowleyharris thoth tarot deck isolated on a black background. Thoth tarot deck by crowleyharris the occult book store. This, despite the fact that, for most beginners in esoteric studies, it seems impenetrable. Crowley noemde dit deck als the book of thoth, en schreef ook een boek met.
This deck was created to illustrate crowleys the book of thoth. The book of thoth is as much a manual for using the deck as it is a primary initiation into hermetic philosophy and mindfulness. Sized for convenient storage, this small purpleboxed deck is approximately the size of a regular deck of cards, measuring 2 34 wide by 4 14 long. The crowley thoth tarot deck features 78 cards painted by lady frieda harris according to instructions from aleister crowley. An issue came up on one of the forums about which is the best book from which to learn about the crowleyharris thoth deck. Aleister crowley thoth tarot deck large bottom of the cup. See more ideas about tarot, aleister crowley and tarot decks. Aleister crowley large thoth deck by aleister crowley and painted by lady frieda harris.
Crowley thoth tarot deck small features 78 cards painted by lady frieda harris according to instructions from the occult scholar, aleister crowley, in a handy small size. Since its initial publication in 1969, the deck has never been out of print. Lady frieda harriss stunning art deco style paintings are rich in egyptian symbolism. Thoth tarot deck is one of the most famous tarot decks in the world, which painted by artist frieda harris under the guidance of the legendary researcher who is a member of the golden dawn, aleister crowley. Thoth tarot large by aleister crowley the magick cauldron. Thoth includes so much symbolism that it comes with a goodsized list of fairly advanced suggested reading material. Pair it with crowleys book of thoth and sincere spiritual seeking. Crowley originally intended the thoth deck to be a sixmonth project aimed at updating the traditional pictorial symbolism of the tarot. The magnificent art deco work contains kabalistic and astrological attributions described in aleister crowleys book of thoth. The harriscrowleythoth thoth deck was illustrated by lady frieda harris under the direction of aleister crowley in 1943 but was not published until 1969. The aleister crowley thoth tarot deck is considered to be one of the most influential and powerful decks of all time. The magnificent art deco work contains kabalistic and astrological attributions described in aleister crowley s book of thoth. Displaying kabbalistic and astrological symbolism instituted by aleister crowley, the thoth tarot deck is a potent tool for divination, and is certain to give you tarot readings unlike any youve ever experienced.
Crowley had to initiate her into his orders to expand her knowledge and commence the spiritual training necessary to design a deck of such power. The classic crowley thoth small tarot deck presented in premier edition format. Name astrology, tarot spreads, book of shadows, tarot decks, archetypes. Duquette skillfully explores the similarities and differences between crowleys thoth tarot and golden dawn tarot attributes. I really feel this deck reads the energy behind the person and not the person specifically. The thoth tarot deck designed by famed occultist aleister crowley. I own several books that specialize in this deck, and my favorite by far is tarot mirror of the soul by gerd zeigler. However, due to increased scope the project eventually spanned five years, between 1938 and 1943 and both artists died before publication in 1969 by ordo templi orientis.
Harris, suggested a reimagined tarot based on the book of the law. Crowley thoth tarot cards a magnificent reproduction of the famous 78card crowley thoth deck, based on original paintings by lady frieda harris. The thoth tarot is a divinatory deck of tarot cards painted by lady frieda harris according to instructions from aleister crowley. Aleister crowleys thoth tarot is so laden with esoteric symbols it is a course in. Crowleys original meanings are provided for tarot readings on this website, which also includes the 15card thoth reading method which was the only spread detailed in the book of thoth.
Crowley followed the hermeticquabalistic views of the order of the golden dawn of which he was a member, but nevertheless his deck shows some differences. Although involved in the womens branch of freemasonry comasonry, her interest in the occult was not deep. With this wonderful deck you will also find a booklet containing instructions concerning the use of the deck, commentary by stuart r. The thoth tarot has become one of the bestselling and most popular tarot decks in the world.
Thoth tarot deck a magnificent reproduction of the famous 78card crowley thoth tarot deck, based on original paintings by lady frieda harris. The cards were painted by lady frieda harris according to instructions from the occult scholar, aleister crowley. The deck also reflects crowleys interest in alchemy and magic. This deck was designed by aleister crowley 18751947, master therion, ordo templi orientis, o. The powerful thoth tarot deck was designed by aleister crowley, an influencial and controversial occultist of the early 20th century. Frieda harris, artist for the thoth tarot paul hughesbarlow. Harris was also responsible for encouraging crowley to design a tarot deck late in his life, that it was important to his legacy and that the world needed it. The thoth tarot deck was a tarot deck developed by the english occultist aleister crowley and illustrated on his instructions by lady frieda harris.
Whether your a beginner or intermediate user of tarot thoth will be a beautiful deck to have in a collection. This book describes the philosophy and the use of aleister crowleys thoth tarot, a deck of tarot cards designed by crowley and codesigned and. Crowley thoth tarot deck small features 78 cards painted by lady frieda harris according to instructions from the occult scholar. The designs contain kabbalistic and astrological attributions described in aleister crowleys work, the book of thoth. Buy crowley thoth tarot deck standard crds by aleister crowley, frieda harris isbn. A fantastic tool for divination, the thoth tarot deck was designed by aleister crowley to include kabbalistic and astrological aspects to bring a new dimension to your divination and tarot readings. This magnificent deck contains the kabbalistic and astrological attributions described in aleister crowleys the book of thoth. Crowley thoth tarot has attracted a worldwide following, both for its striking beauty and for its complex depiction of occult knowledge. The artist, lady frieda harris, worked with crowleys rough sketches to. Included with the deck is a booklet of instruction, which contains two essays by lady frieda harris and a commentary by stuart r.
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