Neapolitan uncut sheet of 63 esoteric tarot playing cards, Pignalosa, mid-20th century

This is an original vintage uncut lithographic sheet of playing cards, produced in Naples by Pignalosa during the first half of the 20th century. The large, decorative cardboard sheet measures 775x480 mm and contains 63 individual illustrations designed to be cut out to form a complete deck.

The cards feature vibrant, multicolored lithographic prints showcasing traditional Neapolitan suit symbols—swords, clubs, coins, and cups—alongside various allegorical figures and complex esoteric imagery. Due to the inclusion of these mystical figures, the sheet is considered to be a tarot deck intended for cartomancy, divination, and horoscope reading. The reverse side of the cardboard features classical geometric patterns printed in black and white.

While the sheet retains its original visual impact, it displays minor tears and losses along the left margin. This object represents an interesting ephemeral example of Neapolitan printing history, serving as a functional precursor to a portable deck of playing cards.