Memento Mori – “Remember your mortality”
Stemming from the medieval Latin theory and practice of reflection on mortality, it has been a ubiquitous part of human culture for centuries. From the philosophical to the artistic, the fascination, fear and appreciation of death has consistently captivated and cultivated our imagination. Many practitioners of this theory kept with them, artifacts or keepsakes which served as a reminder that the only thing certain in life, was death. Many of these items were often objects (watches, necklaces) in the shape of skulls.
The low-poly design represents a simplistic one. The bare “bones” of 3D creation and graphic art, the first steps of animation can be interpreted as the beginning of ‘virtual’ life.
Many historians believe that playing cards represented a deeper, esoteric meaning, that each suit was one of the four seasons. Each card within a suit was one of the thirteen phases of the moon. The fifty-two cards in a deck would represent the fifty-two weeks of the year and together, this would represent just one year of your life.
A constant reminder of our fleeting time on earth.
“This deck is my Memento Mori.” – Chris Ramsay
Memento Mori – “Remember your mortality”
Stemming from the medieval Latin theory and practice of reflection on mortality, it has been a ubiquitous part of human culture for centuries. From the philosophical to the artistic, the fascination, fear and appreciation of death has consistently captivated and cultivated our imagination. Many practitioners of this theory kept with them, artifacts or keepsakes which served as a reminder that the only thing certain in life, was death. Many of these items were often objects (watches, necklaces) in the shape of skulls.
The low-poly design represents a simplistic one. The bare “bones” of 3D creation and graphic art, the first steps of animation can be interpreted as the beginning of ‘virtual’ life.
Many historians believe that playing cards represented a deeper, esoteric meaning, that each suit was one of the four seasons. Each card within a suit was one of the thirteen phases of the moon. The fifty-two cards in a deck would represent the fifty-two weeks of the year and together, this would represent just one year of your life.
A constant reminder of our fleeting time on earth.
“This deck is my Memento Mori.” – Chris Ramsay
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Kyle –
So I picked these up because I think Chris Ramsey is dope. I had picked up his and Daniel Madison’s knights and was super impressed so I decided I would try his solo deck.
Call it the first time failure but I don’t like these cards at all. I like the idea behind them a lot more than anything else. The tuck case feels really cheap and is unimpressive once opened, and for 10 dollars I guess I was expecting a little more from the tuck. The cards are nice, the art is dope. The backing ONLY IMO is just ok, I’m not a huge fan of the skills but it’s to each their own.
I really like Chris, I think he’s got good vision and a cool future for himself. I bought this deck to support his vision, even though he’s not getting paid for them.
Ferenc Ács –
Great idea with the memento mori message, great execution with the artwork!
Carlos Azpeitia –
Big Fan of Chris Ramsay and the design on these cards plus the handling is amazing, might cop a brick next time!