The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus (Special Ed.) - Seven Wonders Eon II2025

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, also known as the Artemision, was a monument of sheer scale and breathtaking beauty, celebrated as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Built in the ancient Greek city of Ephesus (near modern-day Selçuk in Turkey) around the 6th century BCE, it was dedicated to Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and fertility. Unlike any temple before it, it was constructed almost entirely of marble and was one of the largest sanctuaries of the ancient world, adorned with magnificent sculptural columns and intricate friezes crafted by the most skilled artists of its age. It was said to be so colossal and radiant that it humbled even Alexander the Great. Though destroyed and rebuilt multiple times, its legacy endures as the ultimate symbol of sacred architecture and human devotion, a true "wonder" that drew pilgrims and travelers from across the Mediterranean. Step into a world of divine grandeur with this exquisite deck of playing cards, a tribute to the awe-inspiring Temple of Artemis. More than a deck, this is a reconstructed piece of ancient splendor, channeling the majesty of the marble columns that once reached for the heavens. We’ve captured the temple’s legendary essence in every detail. Intricate illustrations and radiant gold accents mirror the famed sculptural reliefs that adorned the sanctuary. Each card is etched with motifs inspired by the intricate ionic columns and sacred motifs, inviting you to hold a fragment of its monumental beauty in your hands. This deck is crafted for those who appreciate history, art, and unparalleled craftsmanship. It’s a collector’s item, a conversation piece, and a functional work of art. To own this deck is to own a piece of the wonder that was once so magnificent, its very existence was considered a miracle. The allure of the Seven Wonders is captured in the Die-cut Window Tuck Box, a centerpiece of this release. A window is punched out of the embossed and hot-foiled tuck box, allowing us to peer into days past, where the Temple of Ephesus takes center stage as our 55th custom face card.

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