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Canvas Print : Men playing the royal game of croquet or pall mall, 1717
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Men playing the royal game of croquet or pall mall, 1717
Men playing the royal game of croquet or pall mall, le jeu royal de la passe, designed for Louis XV in 1717. Lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), Librairie Hachette, Paris, 1903
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Media ID 23204264
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Allemagne Billiards Croquet Dadresse Golf Jeux Mall Pall Passe Rene Skill Games
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the classic image of Men Playing the Royal Game of Croquet or Pall Mall. This captivating artwork, dating back to 1717, showcases the elegance and sophistication of the royal pastime as it was enjoyed by the French court during the reign of Louis XV. Printed on high-quality canvas, this beautiful piece of art will add a touch of history and charm to any room in your home or office. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagne's "Sports and Games of Skill" are sure to impress, making it a must-have for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and croquet lovers alike. Bring the grandeur of the past into your present with this stunning Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph depicts a scene of aristocratic leisure from the 18th century, featuring men engrossed in the royal game of croquet or pall-mall. The image is taken from Henry Rene Allemagne's comprehensive work, "Sports and Games of Skill" (Sports et Jeux d'Adresse), published in Paris by Librairie Hachette in 1903. The print is a meticulous reproduction of a design created for King Louis XV in 1717. Croquet and pall-mall were popular pastimes among the European elite during the 18th century. Croquet, a game that originated in France, involved hitting a small ball through a series of hoops using a mallet, while pall-mall was a precursor to golf, where players aimed to hit a ball with a club towards a target. The game of croquet depicted in this print is referred to as "le jeu royal de la passe," suggesting its royal patronage. The lithograph showcases a lush, verdant landscape, with a well-manicured garden serving as the backdrop for the game. The elegantly dressed men, their faces focused intently on the game, display an air of refinement and sophistication. The intricate details of the mallets, balls, and hoops are rendered with remarkable precision, while the delicate foliage and ornate clothing add to the overall visual appeal. The inclusion of this image in Allemagne's "Sports and Games of Skill" underscores the significance of these pastimes in the 18th-century European society, where the pursuit of physical and mental agility, as well as the display of wealth and status, were highly valued. This print offers a glimpse into the world of aristocratic leisure, providing a fascinating window into the past.
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