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The Players Choice, (oil on canvas)
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The Players Choice, (oil on canvas)
827333 The Players Choice, (oil on canvas) by Bellei, Gaetano (1857-1922); 50.9x81.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Players Choice. Gaetano Bellei (1857-1922). Oil on canvas. 50.9 x 81.4cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22226306
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Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Accessories Awaiting Carafe Choice Competing Competition Competitive Competitor Decision Elder Elderly Adult Expression Eyeglasses Facial Expression Freetime Gaetano Bellei Glasses Household Equipment Human Role Italian Art Italian Artist Kitchenware Leisurely Mature Mature Adult Mature Man Mature Men Maturity Middle Aged Old Age Old Woman Old Women Personal Accessory Playing Cards Recreational Red Wine Rival Rivalry Senior Senior Adult Shawl Small Group Small Group Of People Smoking Requisite Spectacles Three People Top Hat Wait Waiting White Hair 19th Century European Art Accessory Ethnic Origin Headwear Interior Decoration
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The Players Choice
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is a captivating oil painting by Gaetano Bellei, showcasing the refined elegance of the late nineteenth century. The artwork, measuring 50.9x81.4 cm, captures a small group of people engaged in a leisurely game of cards within an opulent interior setting. In this academic-style masterpiece, Bellei skillfully portrays the intricate details of clothing and decor that were characteristic of the era. The composition centers around a mature man and woman, both dressed impeccably and wearing spectacles as they await their turn to play. Their expressions reveal a sense of anticipation and friendly rivalry. Surrounded by exquisite kitchenware and wine-filled carafes, these individuals embody sophistication and refinement while indulging in recreational activities. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the fine apparel to the meticulously rendered accessories such as hats and eyeglasses. Bellei's mastery lies not only in capturing physical likeness but also in conveying emotions through posture and facial expressions. Each figure exudes timeless gracefulness while engaging in this age-old pastime. "The Players Choice" transports viewers back to an era where leisure was savored with style and elegance. It serves as a reminder that even amidst competition, there is joy to be found in camaraderie and shared moments of relaxation. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Bellei's artistic prowess while immersing ourselves in the beauty of nineteenth-century European artistry.
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