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Gentlemen and lady playing cards in a parlour
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Gentlemen and lady playing cards in a parlour
Gentlemen and lady playing cards in a parlour, while others dance in the next room. He says, You ve hit a vein. I congratulate you Madame! He thinks, The devil take you! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites Scenes du Monde, Ce qu on dit et ce qu on pense, Gihaut Freres, Paris, 1829
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In this hand-colored lithograph by the Gihaut brothers, we are transported back to an elegant 19th-century soirée, where a lively scene unfolds in a grand parlor. A gentleman, dressed in the height of fashion with a crisp cravat and a monocle, leans forward in intense concentration as he lays down a winning hand of cards. His victorious expression is met with a mixture of admiration and disbelief from the elegant lady across the table, her eyes wide with surprise. Their animated exchange is a stark contrast to the merrymaking in the adjacent room, where couples twirl and laugh in the midst of a lively ball. The warm glow of the fireplace casts a cozy ambiance over the scene, while the ornate decor of the parlor adds an air of sophistication and refinement. The gentleman's companion, a dandy in a flamboyant outfit, looks on with a mixture of amusement and envy, while a fop in the background sulks over his losses. The intricate details of the illustration, inspired by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer's work "Petites Scenes du Monde," capture the essence of the social scene of the time, with its blend of camaraderie, competition, and the thrill of the gamble. This image offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century high society, where the stakes were high, both on and off the card table. Whether you're a fan of history, art, or simply enjoy the intrigue of a good game of cards, this handcoloured lithograph is sure to delight and transport you to another era.
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