The card game is merchandise for the Chinese Palace in Oranienbaum. The game was created for couples at different stages of their relationship—from recent acquaintances to years spent together—and aims to provide new experiences and foster closer connection through open-ended questions and fun challenges.
A specially designed «stroll-date» itinerary allows you to immerse yourself in the history of the palace-and-park ensemble, learn fascinating facts about the location, and simply have a fun time together.
Visual Exploration
Deck
The title of the card game, «True Story,» speaks to both the history of the place and the personal histories of its inhabitants.
The symbol is a reinterpretation of the Ensō, a motif rooted in Chinese calligraphy. The symbol takes on a characteristic oval shape, reminiscent of the first letter of the name «Oranienbaum.»
Route
The walking tour of the Sobstvennaya dacha ensemble includes 10 locations: 1 — the sculpture «Amor and Psyche, ” 2 — the sculpture „Nymph in a Shell, ” 3 — the sculpture „Triton Rescuing the Cupid Children, ” 4 — the art object „Orange, ” 5 — the swing set, 6–8 — the alley with mahamams, 9 — the pavilion „Stone Cask, ” 10 — the „Wind Music“ installation.
Art Object «Orange»
10 tags correspond to 10 locations
