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The Cheat Detected, 1814 (oil on panel)
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The Cheat Detected, 1814 (oil on panel)
1065264 The Cheat Detected, 1814 (oil on panel) by Bird, Edward (1772-1819); 43x56 cm; Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum, London; eSir John Soanes Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22505914
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Barking Card Game Chaos Chaotic Cheat Cheater Fallen Over Falling Kitchen Punching Stool Brawl
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The Cheat Detected, 1814
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is a captivating oil painting by Edward Bird that captures a chaotic scene unfolding in a domestic kitchen. Measuring 43x56 cm, this intriguing artwork showcases the artist's mastery in depicting human emotions and dramatic moments. In this lively composition, we witness a heated card game turning into an intense brawl. A dog barks furiously at the center of the chaos as two men confront each other with clenched fists. The fallen over stool and scattered cards indicate the escalating conflict between them. Amidst the commotion, a mother desperately tries to shield her baby from harm while another figure brandishes a walking stick, ready to join the fight against cheating. The atmosphere is tense and electric as punches are thrown and tempers flare. Bird skillfully portrays not only physical confrontation but also emotional turmoil within this small space. The expressions on each character's face reveal their anger, frustration, and determination to expose deceit. With its vibrant colors and dynamic composition, "The Cheat Detected" transports viewers into an intense moment of human interaction filled with raw emotion. This painting serves as both a visual narrative of family dynamics gone awry and an exploration of moral values in society during that era. Displayed courtesy of Sir John Soanes Museum in London, this remarkable print allows art enthusiasts to appreciate Bird's talent for capturing complex scenes that resonate with timeless themes of conflict and deception.
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