A beautiful and rare fortune telling card deck from the late 1950s, inspired by the teachings of the Swedish mystic Emanuel Swedenborg (1688–1772).
This charming set was produced by Bielefelder Spielkarten GmbH and perfectly reflects the style and the fascination with esoteric themes that characterized the late 1950s – a period when spiritual ideas and clear graphic illustration merged in a particularly distinctive way.
Details & Condition:
Original fortune telling card deck with 36 cards
Design: Maria Masjutin, inspired by Emanuel Swedenborg (1688–1772)
Freely interpreted from the spiritual teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg
Manufacturer: Bielefelder Spielkarten GmbH
Production period: circa late 1950s
Card size: approx. 91 mm × 60 mm
Card backs: dark blue background with a bright sun and delicate star pattern – classic and elegant in the style of the 1950s
Insert: “Zum Geleit” booklet with historical notes about Emanuel Swedenborg, his mystical philosophy, and the meaning of the 36 cards
Box: original tuck box with light marks on the back (see photo_14) and age-related signs of wear, but complete and structurally sound
Cards: complete, lightly played, overall well preserved with an appealing vintage character
Highlights:
Expressive, colorful illustrations with poetic guiding texts
Historically interesting oracle and fortune telling game from the German post-war period
Typical 1950s design with clean lines and nostalgic charm
Ideal for collectors, enthusiasts of esoteric traditions, and lovers of classic fortune telling cards
Also an attractive decorative vintage object with a spiritual atmosphere
This deck carries the spirit of its time – each card reflects themes of hope, insight, and intuition.
A wonderful collectible for anyone who appreciates historical fortune telling cards and their unique atmosphere.
The deck has been inspected, carefully stored, and is in the condition described above.
Shipping will be handled securely via DHL with tracking.
If you have any questions or would like additional detail photos, I will be happy to assist. This is an original one-of-a-kind item.
