Playing Card Collection

The Cardsharps. Artist: Caravaggio, Michelangelo (1571-1610)
The Cardsharps. Found in the collection of Kimbell Art Museum

LA TOUR: THE CHEAT, c1625. Georges de La Tour: The Cheat. Canvas, c1625

Its All in the Cards, 1898 (oil on canvas)
CH198781 Its All in the Cards, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Roseland, Harry Herman (1866-1950); Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

COLONIAL PLANTER. A tobacco planter relaxing at his estate in colonial Virginia, early 18th century. Illustration, 1896, after Howard Pyle

CEZANNE: CARD PLAYER, c1892. Paul Cezanne: The Card Players. Canvas, c1892

PLAYING CARDS, c1750. Playing cards bearing the blazoning of the ensignes armorial of the kingdoms of Scotland, England, France, and Ireland. Engravings, 18th century

ISaC FAWKES (d. 1731). English conjurer. Isaac Fawkes performing his bag trick, producing eggs and birds. Contemporary copper engraving

A scene on the main deck of a line of battle ship in harbour, 1820 (coloured aquatint)
7342160 A scene on the main deck of a line of battle ship in harbour, 1820 (coloured aquatint) by Sutherland, Thomas (1785-1838); 41.9x66.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The elements of astronomy and geography explained, 1795 (card, engraving)
7340573 The elements of astronomy and geography explained, 1795 (card, engraving) by Paris, Abbe & Wallis, John (fl.1795); 9.4x6.3x2.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A group seated at a table, 1802 (pen, ink)
7339867 A group seated at a table, 1802 (pen, ink) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 12.9x9.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Illustration for Dreams, Dances, and Disappointments (colour litho)
8646744 Illustration for Dreams, Dances, and Disappointments (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Dreams, Dances)

Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1908_10_31: The Palace of Peace - War, Childhood, Europe, Canons, Shells
ICA4862764 Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1908_10_31: The Palace of Peace - War, Childhood, Europe, Canons, Shells, Peace - Illustration by Markous (1883-1941); (add.info.: Laughter)

Les bohemiens. Song by Pierre Jean de Beranger (1780-1857). Engraving 1866
JAB4121765 Les bohemiens. Song by Pierre Jean de Beranger (1780-1857). Engraving 1866; (add.info.: Les bohemiens. Song by Pierre Jean de Beranger (1780-1857)

Libra (the scales), 1927 (print)
2122100 Libra (the scales), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Libra (the Scales). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Leo (the Lion), 1927 (print)
2122099 Leo (the Lion), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Leo (the Lion). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

The Sun, 1927 (print)
2122095 The Sun, 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. The Sun (star). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Aries (the ram), 1927 (print)
2122112 Aries (the ram), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Aries (the Ram). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Gemini (the twins), 1927 (print)
2122110 Gemini (the twins), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Gemini (the Twins). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Mercury (planet), 1927 (print)
2122108 Mercury (planet), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Mercury (planet). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Neptune (planet), 1927 (print)
2122105 Neptune (planet), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Neptune (planet). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

"Under the machine gun" - Images of the Great War, before 1920 (lithograph)
DUV4222630 "Under the machine gun" - Images of the Great War, before 1920 (lithograph); 38.5x27.5 cm; (add.info)

Sacheverell's Triumph
3585616 Sacheverell's Triumph; (add.info.: Sacheverell's Triumph. Design for Playing-Card, 1710.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

5 soldiers in uniform play cards smoking pipe and drinking wine, 1875 - Regiment 12
LUX4712359 5 soldiers in uniform play cards smoking pipe and drinking wine, 1875 - Regiment 12; (add.info.: 5 soldiers in uniform play cards smoking pipe and drinking wine)

Card game representing Napoleon I, beg 19th century (watercolour)
FGL5486148 Card game representing Napoleon I, beg 19th century (watercolour); Fototeca Gilardi.

playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century
3079288 playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century; (add.info.: playing card from the Qajar Dynasty. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Saturn (planet), 1927 (print)
2122094 Saturn (planet), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Saturn (planet). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Aquarius (the water bearer), 1927 (print)
2122114 Aquarius (the water bearer), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Aquarius (the Water Bearer). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot)

Virgo (the maiden), 1927 (print)
2122113 Virgo (the maiden), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Virgo (the Maiden). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Still Life with a Poem, 1915 (oil on canvas)
8682926 Still Life with a Poem, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 80.6 x 64.8 cm; Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena, CA, USA; (add.info.: By Juan Gris).

Pisces (the Fish), 1927 (print)
2122107 Pisces (the Fish), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Pisces (the Fish). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Uranus (planet), 1927 (print)
2122101 Uranus (planet), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Uranus (planet). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Capricorn, France, 1927 (print)
2122097 Capricorn, France, 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Capricorn (the Sea Got). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

The Scorpio, France, 1927 (print)
2122109 The Scorpio, France, 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Scorpio (the Scorpion). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Le Laugher, Satirique en Colours, 1898_12_31: Le nouveau jeu - Case Dreyfus - Rochefort Henri (1831-1913)
ICA4839244 Le Laugher, Satirique en Colours, 1898_12_31: Le nouveau jeu - Case Dreyfus - Rochefort Henri (1831-1913), Deroulede Paul (1846-1914), Drumont Edouard (1844-1917)

Astronomical Cards, in Question and Answer, 1807-46 (card, engraving)
7340574 Astronomical Cards, in Question and Answer, 1807-46 (card, engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 2.8x11.6x8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Le nain jaune', magic show. Theatre Robert-Houdin, Paris. 1890
CUL4893812 Le nain jaune', magic show. Theatre Robert-Houdin, Paris. 1890; (add.info.: Dir. Hughes, Howard R. Melies, George); Photo © HILL/AIC.

France, A bourgeois family poses outside in the park of their estate, 1860
LUX4731351 France, A bourgeois family poses outside in the park of their estate, 1860; (add.info.: France, A bourgeois family poses outside in the park of their estate)

Mars (planet), 1927 (print)
2122098 Mars (planet), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Mars (planet). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Jupiter (planet), 1927 (print)
2122103 Jupiter (planet), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Jupiter(planet). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Cancer (the Crab), 1927 (print)
2122102 Cancer (the Crab), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Cancer (the Crab). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Taurus (the Bull), 1927 (print)
2122106 Taurus (the Bull), 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Taurus (the Bull). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Engraving depicting the figure of Justice after a 15th century French playing card, 19th century
5309004 Engraving depicting the figure of Justice after a 15th century French playing card, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the figure of Justice after a 15th century French playing)

15th Century French playing card
5616184 15th Century French playing card; (add.info.: 15th Century French playing card depicting 'Justice' with her scales and sword. Dated 15th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Revolutionary playing cards, depicting (left) Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon and (right) Voltaire
5309134 Revolutionary playing cards, depicting (left) Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon and (right) Voltaire, from the French Revolution, 18th century; (add.info.: Revolutionary playing cards)

Woman in hat. Playing card published by the Knights of Columbus. 1906. USSPC Co. Fraternal Masonic Order
5305967 Woman in hat. Playing card published by the Knights of Columbus. 1906. USSPC Co. Fraternal Masonic Order; Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Empty Mug, 1668 (oil on panel)
8712003 The Empty Mug, 1668 (oil on panel) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By David Teniers).

A Gipsy Encampment, 1868
3479536 A Gipsy Encampment, 1868; (add.info.: A Gipsy Encampment in 1868, France.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century
3079287 playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century; (add.info.: playing card from the Qajar Dynasty. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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"From Medieval Times to Modern Art: The Fascinating World of Playing Cards" Step into the enchanting world of playing cards, where centuries-old designs and captivating stories come to life. Dating back to the 18th century, these playing cards bear the blazoning of the ensignes armorial of Scotland, England, France, and Ireland - a testament to their historical significance. Travel back even further in time to 1588 when the Spanish Armada faced defeat at the hands of Sir Francis Drake. A deck of English playing cards depicted this monumental event, with the three of diamonds capturing a momentous victory. Art lovers will appreciate Paul Cezanne's masterpiece "The Card Players. " Painted around 1892 on canvas, it beautifully captures an intimate scene that transcends time. Intrigue and illusion take center stage as we witness Isaac Fawkes performing his bag trick. This English conjurer wowed audiences with his ability to produce eggs and birds - a true marvel captured in contemporary copper engravings. Georges de La Tour's painting "The Cheat" from around 1625 transports us into a tavern interior filled with tension and deceit. It serves as a reminder that not all card games are played fairly. During WWII, even amidst war-torn Italy, Tuskegee Airmen found solace in playing cards at Ramitelli Airfield's officers club. Photographed by Toni Frissell in March 1945, this image showcases camaraderie among these brave individuals like Walter Mo Downs and William Price III. Lewis Carroll's whimsical tale "Alice in Wonderland" features an iconic illustration called "The Shower of Cards, " where Alice finds herself surrounded by cascading playing cards - a surreal sight indeed. Portraits painted on canvas capture moments frozen in time; such is seen in "The family of infant Don Luis Bourbon" from 1783-1784 or within the lively tavern interior depicted on a panel.