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The Roulette Gaming Table, by G A Sala
The Roulette Gaming Table, by G A Sala Date: 1866
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1866 Drawn Gamble Gambling Gaming Money Passe Roulette Sala Sketches Tokens 1860s Impasse
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This image, titled "The Roulette Gaming Table" by G.A. Sala, transports us back to the heart of Victorian society in the 1860s. The intricately drawn roulette table, with its ornate design and golden accents, serves as the focal point of this lively and engaging scene. The table, bathed in the soft glow of flickering gas lamps, is the center of attention for a group of men, each intently focused on the spinning wheel and the outcome of their bets. Their expressions range from hopeful anticipation to anxious concern, reflecting the thrill and unpredictability of the game. In the background, a crowd of onlookers, both men and women, observe the action with a mix of curiosity and amusement. Some lean in for a closer look, while others engage in animated conversations, passing tokens back and forth. The atmosphere is one of excitement and camaraderie, a night out at the gaming tables a popular form of leisurely entertainment in London during this era. The roulette table, with its passe and impasse bets, represents the allure and risk of gambling, an activity that both fascinated and divided Victorian society. The image captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, and invites us to ponder the social norms and pastimes of a time long past.
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