A monument that breathes eternal love and artistic splendor. Every detail of its architecture, every change of light on its white marble, evokes beauty and emotion. That inspiration takes shape in a creation that unites history, art, and luxury: TAJ MAHAL.
This new proposal by Nova Lux Decks, illustrated by Ritu Bhattacharya (Old Gravity) and developed together with her husband Bivas, pays tribute to the Mughal legacy through a deck illustrated with great delicacy. After traveling to the monuments that inspired this project, they have captured on paper the majesty of the Taj Mahal and the richness of its craftsmanship.
The Aces are authentic works of art, inspired by Mughal floral and geometric motifs. Each card blends symmetry with nature, combining mathematical precision and ornamental delicacy. The Court cards evoke the grandeur of Mughal emperors and princesses. Embroidered garments with gold and silver threads, gem-inlaid jewelry, and majestic turbans reflect an era where beauty and power went hand in hand. The Jokers depict the Taj Mahal split into two halves, with skies highlighted by metallic foil: copper for the Night Edition. The back design presents a floral motif inspired by Mughal craftsmanship, symmetrical and ornate, reminiscent of inlay and filigree work found in historical monuments. In the Night Edition, the black background makes the intricate patterns stand out even more. The decks are printed by Kingstar on premium quality paper with a black core linen finish, while the tuck cases feature embossing, metallic foiling, and die-cut arches inspired by the architectural motifs of the Taj Mahal.
The Night Edition, on the other hand, transforms the deck into a tribute to the moonlit Taj. The black tuck case with copper foiled patterns recalls marble under shadows. Its glossy black gilded edges stand out against the matte finish. When fanned, the cards shine like flashes of light piercing the darkness.
In addition to their standard versions, both editions are also offered as Kickstarter Exclusive numbered versions with side gilding, reinforcing their value as collector’s items. Furthermore, every single card features a gorgeous foil finish that enhances colors with depth and brilliance. For the Night Edition, the cards are gilded with metallic black foil.
