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Arabs playing Chess, 1887 (watercolour on paperboard)
989448 Arabs playing Chess, 1887 (watercolour on paperboard) by Simoni, Gustavo (1846-1925); 66x49.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabs playing Chess. Gustavo Simoni (b. 1846). Watercolour on paperboard. Painted in 1887. 66 x 49.5cm.); Photo © Christies Images
Media ID 25159278
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1880s 1887 Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Arab Culture Arabs Chess Concentrating Concentration Cross Legged Crosslegged Du Soudan Eastern Face To Face Facing Freetime Gioco Interaction Italian Art Italian Artist Leisurely Men Only Mounted On Paper On Paper Orientalism Orientalist Orientalist Art Parlor Game Recreational Small Group Small Group Of People Three People Water Color Water Colour 19th Century European Art Afica Afric Arab Civilization Arabians Ball Games Central Africa Headwear Parlour Game Simoni Sudan Summer Clothes
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This print captures a scene from the late 19th century, showcasing Arabs engrossed in a game of chess. Painted by Gustavo Simoni in 1887, this watercolour on paperboard artwork measures 66x49.5 cm and is part of a private collection. The image depicts a small group of men gathered outdoors, dressed in traditional Middle Eastern attire. Seated cross-legged on the ground, they engage in an intense game of chess with utmost concentration and interaction. The academic style of the painting reflects the influence of European art during that era. The artist skillfully portrays the leisurely atmosphere as these men enjoy their recreational time under the warm daylight. Their headwear and clothing reflect orientalist influences prevalent at that time. Simoni's use of watercolour adds depth and vibrancy to this exquisite piece, highlighting his mastery as an Italian artist working within European artistic traditions. This print offers viewers a glimpse into another time - an era when games like chess brought people together for intellectual stimulation and friendly competition. It serves as a reminder that recreation has always been an essential part of human life across cultures and centuries. Bridgeman Images presents this remarkable artwork from Fine Art Finder, allowing us to appreciate its beauty while immersing ourselves in history through visual storytelling.
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