Erinus Eterna is a deck of playing cards designed by Vincent
and inspired by the plant "Erinus Lobelia", one of the oldest plants in
the world, discovered and so called by biologist and writer Carl von
Linne in 1707.
The Lobelia flower represents a myriad of
meanings that changes based on the color of its petals, it can represent
love, prosperity and union. These flowers also signify good luck,
bonding, hope and strong family and friendship relationship.
Furthermore, Erinus at the time of Emperor Nerone was an avenging deity.
Erinus Eterna Gold is the most standard edition limited
to around 1000 decks (never printed again). Despite this, it features
all the feature of a premium deck.
General Features
- Limited edition about 1000 copies
- Tuck box 330gsm with cardstock premium
- Two colors in foil on tuck case
- Embossing on tuck case
- (CMYK PRINT) of the back of the card
- 310gsm premium German linen card stock with black core (Butter finish)
- 100% Custom design (Box, back of the card, Aces, Courts, Pips, Joker)
- Poker size
- Printed by WJPC
- Design by Vincenzo Alfano (Oxalis Cards)
Meaning of Back Design
The
overall design is rich in visible and hidden symbols, all underline the
various meanings of the Lobelia Plant, in every corner of the deck you
will find references of branches and leaves. The predominant choice of
green color recalls the color of plants while the variety of different
colors in the figures recall the many shades of nature and flowers.
The Courts
The
courts are a very important aspect of the deck. Vincent completely
redesigned by hand on paper and then digitized the figures with modern
style inspired by the ancient Dondorf card deck. In the last period he
has been passionate and studied the history of Bernard J. Dondorf,
managing to add to his design, elements and meanings of the current
historical period to the theme of nature, enriching the figures with
different colors and many details.
The Aces and Pips
Even
the Aces and Pips were first sketched in pencil and then digitized.
Each Ace is intertwined with at least one infinity and wrapped in
branches and leaves, while the Pips have an infinity symbol inside
personalized in a minimal style to be easily recognizable. Everything
highlights the theme of infinity and nature.
The Jokers
One
of the predominant symbols of the Erinus Lobelia plant is the family
bond, one must have strong roots to cultivate a bond. The jokers are
supported by strong hands wrapped in roots and leaves.
