Hoodman Blind Collection

Blind Man's Buff, c18th century. Creator: Nicolas Lancret
Blind Man's Buff, c18th century

Putti Playing, 1700-1720. Creator: Hendrik van Limborch
Putti Playing, 1700-1720

Julestuen (The Christmas Party)...Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1814
Julestuen (The Christmas Party), 13. scene; Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1814

Blind man's buff, after Fragonard. Creator: Unknown
Blind man's buff, after Fragonard. (Le colin-maillard, d'apres Fragonard)

Colin Maillard, 1760. Creator: Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet
Colin Maillard, 1760

La Gallina Ciega, (Blind Mans Buff), 1788, (c1934). Artist: Francisco Goya
La Gallina Ciega, (Blind Mans Buff), 1788, (c1934). Rococo cartoon produced by Spanish artist Francisco de Goya for tapestries at the Royal Palace of El Pardo

The Ladies Bower (Saxon House), illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c. 1920 (litho)
STC363609 The Ladies Bower (Saxon House), illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Stewart

Outdoor Amusements at the Kankanro Teahouse in Yoshiwara, c. 1794

Blindmans Bluff (Furnishing Fabric), England, 1785 / 95. Creator: Unknown
Blindmans Bluff (Furnishing Fabric), England, 1785/95

Scene from the Chushingura (Vendetta of the 47 Loyal Retailers), ca. 1820

Blindmans Bluff... from a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), c1715-20
Blindmans Bluff: Page From a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), ca. 1715-20

Blind Mans Buff, 1812, (mid 19th century). Creator: William Greatbach
Blind Mans Buff, 1812, (mid 19th century). A group of people playing a game - some young men take advantage of the situation to grab and kiss one of the women

The Hall, Athelhampton, Dorset, (c1838). Creator: Unknown
The Hall, Athelhampton, Dorset, (c1838). Victorian depiction of people playing a game of blind mans buff c1600, in the 15th-century Great Hall at Athelhampton House

Blind Mans Buff, 1788, (1917). Artist: William Ward
Blind Mans Buff, 1788. After George Morland (1763-1804). From The Connoisseur Vol XLVIII [Otto Limited, London, 1917.]

A Romp after Dinner, 1887. Artist: Henry Towneley Green
A Romp after Dinner, 1887. A man playing blind mans buff with a group of children. A print from The Illustrated London News, 15th January 1887

Hoodman Blind, (1833). Medieval depiction of the game also known as Blind Mans Bluff, in which a player is blinded and buffeted by other players until one is caught

Blind Mans Buff, early 19th century

Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. The policeman faces insurmountable odds in his attempts to catch the many villains operating on the streets of Britains towns and cities

Uranosuke Plays Blind Mans Buff with the Women of the Ichiriki Joroya, ca. 1790

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"Hoodman Blind: A Captivating Game through the Ages" Step back in time and explore the enchanting world of "Hoodman Blind, " a timeless game that has captivated people throughout history. This classic pastime, also known as "Blind Man's Buff, " has been enjoyed across different cultures and eras, leaving its mark on various forms of art. One such depiction is Francisco Goya's masterpiece, "La Gallina Ciega" (Blind Man's Buff) from 1788. Goya skillfully captures the essence of this lively game with his vibrant brushstrokes, showcasing the joyous chaos as blindfolded participants stumble around in search of their friends. In another artistic rendition titled "The Ladies Bower (Saxon House), " we are transported to a scene from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation circa 1920. This lithograph beautifully illustrates a group of elegant ladies engaging in Hoodman Blind within an idyllic setting, highlighting how this amusement transcended social boundaries. Traveling further east to Yoshiwara in 1794, we encounter an intriguing print titled "Outdoor Amusements at the Kankanro Teahouse. " Amidst Japan's rich cultural heritage, Hoodman Blind finds its place among other traditional entertainments, revealing its universal appeal across continents. Even fabrics have embraced this delightful game. An English furnishing fabric dating back to 1785-95 showcases playful scenes woven into its design. The unknown creator ingeniously incorporates elements that capture both excitement and mystery surrounding blindfolded players chasing one another amidst intricate patterns. Moving onto theatrical depictions, we find ourselves immersed in Chushingura (Vendetta of the 47 Loyal Retailers) circa 1820. Here too, Hoodman Blind takes center stage as actors bring this thrilling pursuit to life on stage – a testament to its enduring popularity even within the realm of performing arts.