Der Tarot-Garten

A bursting fireworks display of color and creativity. Inspired by Antoni Gaudí's Park Güell in Barcelona and the Mannerist Park of Bomarzo, Niki de Saint Phalle created her sculpture park. In the expansive grounds in the far south of Tuscany, the 22 Arcana Maiora of the Tarot are represented as giant sculptures, ranging from 12 to 15 meters in height. Made from painted polyester and reinforced concrete, the various figures are richly adorned with mosaics, mirrors, colorful ceramic pieces, and Murano glass. This fantastic fairy-tale world was the pinnacle of Saint Phalle's work. When the artist passed away in 2002, she left the Tarot Garden unfinished. This volume documents the creation of the garden and presents Niki de Saint Phalle's own interpretations.