Mlle Le Normand - Playing cards - Grand Jeu de Mlle Lenormand - B.P. Grimaud - Complet 54 cartes + notice - XIXe siècle - Paper
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Grand Jeu de Mlle Lenormand by Mlle Le Normand, éditor: B.P. Grimaud, 54 cards plus original French instruction booklet, late 19th century, in near‑virgin condition.
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Exceptional Grand Lenormand Playing Deck by Mlle Lenormand, B.P. Grimaud edition, late 19th century. Complete set in remarkable condition.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Authentic Grand Cartomancy Deck by Mlle Lenormand, published by the prestigious house B.P. Grimaud, historic French publisher renowned for the quality of its fortune-telling games since 1848.
This deck pays homage to Marie-Anne Adélaïde Lenormand (1772-1843), the most famous cartomancer of her era, consulted by Empress Joséphine de Beauharnais and many notable figures of the First Empire.
CONTENT
54 complete cards (no missing card)
Original French usage manual, complete and detailed
Original B.P. Grimaud box
CONDITION
Cards: Exceptional condition, nearly mint. No tears, very little signs of use. Illustrations are sharp, colors bright, and gilding well preserved. Remarkably preserved for its age.
Manual: Complete, all pages present, perfectly readable. Essential document for understanding the symbolism and use of the deck.
Box: Visible signs of wear (scuffing, rounded corners) consistent with the object's age. Structure remains solid and functional.
CHARACTERISTICS
Publisher: B.P. Grimaud, Paris
Era: Late 19th century
Number of cards: 54
Manual language: French
Theme: Cartomancy, divination, esotericism
RARITY
Complete copies of the Grand Lenormand Deck with original manual have become rare on the market. The near-mint condition of the cards makes this set particularly sought after by collectors.
INTEREST FOR
✓ Collectors of antique games and cartomancy
✓ Practitioners of tarot and divination
✓ Enthusiasts of Napoleonic history and the 19th century
✓ Esotericism enthusiasts and curiosities lovers
SHIPPING
Carefully packaged and shipped within 24-48 hours after payment receipt. Secure packaging to ensure the integrity of this historic set.
PROVENANCE
Private collection. Carefully preserved in optimal conditions.
Exceptional Grand Lenormand Playing Deck by Mlle Lenormand, B.P. Grimaud edition, late 19th century. Complete set in remarkable condition.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Authentic Grand Cartomancy Deck by Mlle Lenormand, published by the prestigious house B.P. Grimaud, historic French publisher renowned for the quality of its fortune-telling games since 1848.
This deck pays homage to Marie-Anne Adélaïde Lenormand (1772-1843), the most famous cartomancer of her era, consulted by Empress Joséphine de Beauharnais and many notable figures of the First Empire.
CONTENT
54 complete cards (no missing card)
Original French usage manual, complete and detailed
Original B.P. Grimaud box
CONDITION
Cards: Exceptional condition, nearly mint. No tears, very little signs of use. Illustrations are sharp, colors bright, and gilding well preserved. Remarkably preserved for its age.
Manual: Complete, all pages present, perfectly readable. Essential document for understanding the symbolism and use of the deck.
Box: Visible signs of wear (scuffing, rounded corners) consistent with the object's age. Structure remains solid and functional.
CHARACTERISTICS
Publisher: B.P. Grimaud, Paris
Era: Late 19th century
Number of cards: 54
Manual language: French
Theme: Cartomancy, divination, esotericism
RARITY
Complete copies of the Grand Lenormand Deck with original manual have become rare on the market. The near-mint condition of the cards makes this set particularly sought after by collectors.
INTEREST FOR
✓ Collectors of antique games and cartomancy
✓ Practitioners of tarot and divination
✓ Enthusiasts of Napoleonic history and the 19th century
✓ Esotericism enthusiasts and curiosities lovers
SHIPPING
Carefully packaged and shipped within 24-48 hours after payment receipt. Secure packaging to ensure the integrity of this historic set.
PROVENANCE
Private collection. Carefully preserved in optimal conditions.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Material
Paper
Designer/artist/maker
Mlle Le Normand
Model/name
Grand Jeu de Mlle Lenormand - B.P. Grimaud - Complet 54 cartes + notice - XIXe siècle
Country of origin
France
Condition
Near mint
Estimated period
1850-1900
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