Der Tarot-Garten

Inspired by Antoni Gaudí's Parc Güell in Barcelona and the Mannerist Sacro Bosco park in Bomarzo, Niki de Saint Phalle, together with her partner Jean Tinguely, created a unique sculpture park. Located in the expansive grounds in the far south of Tuscany, the 22 Arcana Maiora of the Tarot are represented as gigantic sculptures, some of which can be entered, standing 12 to 15 meters tall. Made from painted polyester and reinforced concrete, the various figures are richly adorned with mosaics, mirrors, colorful ceramic pieces, and Murano glass. This extraordinary fantasy world was the pinnacle of Niki de Saint Phalle's work. This volume documents the creation of the garden over two decades and reflects the artist's own interpretations.