Card Playing Collection

Game of Bridge: Last Player (colour litho)
7178572 Game of Bridge: Last Player (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Last Player)

Soldiers Playing Cards in a Trench, First World War (b/w photo)
1700907 Soldiers Playing Cards in a Trench, First World War (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Soldiers playing cards in a trench during 1st world war)

The House of Cards, c. 1737 (oil on canvas)
7296600 The House of Cards, c.1737 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 82.2 x 66 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Card Sharp on the Boulevard, 1806 (oil on wood)
7296395 The Card Sharp on the Boulevard, 1806 (oil on wood) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845); 24 x 33 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Card Players, probably c. 1550-99 (oil on canvas)
7296152 The Card Players, probably c.1550-99 (oil on canvas) by Leyden, Lucas van (c.1494-1533) (after); 55.2 x 60.9 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Kings Card Game, copy, after 1895 (w / c and crayon on paper)
5860836 The Kings Card Game, copy, after 1895 (w/c and crayon on paper) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901) (after); 29.1--22.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Dutch peasant with two daggers attacks another card player in a, 1803 (engraving)
7233026 Dutch peasant with two daggers attacks another card player in a, 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Card players. (Illustration, vers 1930)
5975929 Card players. (Illustration, vers 1930) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art of living. Company of men playing cards)

illustration: A battle of cards to play, for "Un Autre Monde", edition Fournier, 1844
PCT4262310 illustration: A battle of cards to play, for " Un Autre Monde", edition Fournier, 1844 by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info)

Soldiers resting in the trenches, World War I (b / w photo)
1729015 Soldiers resting in the trenches, World War I (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: french soldiers playing cards in a shelter during the great wa)

A Guardroom Scene in a Church, 1631-35 (oil on panel)
7262165 A Guardroom Scene in a Church, 1631-35 (oil on panel) by Codde, Pieter (1599-1678); 49x77.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Artist)

The Card Game, 1870-90 (oil on panel)
7262166 The Card Game, 1870-90 (oil on panel) by Charlemont, Eduard (1848-1906); 124.5x93 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Artist)

Dutch peasants playing a game of cards at a table in a tavern. 1803 (engraving)
7233036 Dutch peasants playing a game of cards at a table in a tavern. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rear View of the Houses at Schlossfreiheit, Berlin, 1855 (oil on canvas)
7085097 Rear View of the Houses at Schlossfreiheit, Berlin, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Gaertner, Eduard (1801-77); 57x96 cm; Alte Nationalgalerie, Berlin, Germany

Ladies and Gentlemen feasting around a table, c. 1612-67 (oil, canvas and paper)
7240716 Ladies and Gentlemen feasting around a table, c.1612-67 (oil, canvas and paper) by Wael, Cornelis de (1592-1667) (attr)

Dutch peasants playing a game of cards at a table in an inn. 17, 1803 (engraving)
7233109 Dutch peasants playing a game of cards at a table in an inn. 17, 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Card Tricks (litho)
7183348 Card Tricks (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Card Tricks. Illustration for Encyclopedia of Sports, Games and Pastimes (Fleetway)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Cartier; Card-maker; Kartenmacher (engraving)
7195203 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Cartier; Card-maker; Kartenmacher (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartier; Card-maker; Kartenmacher)

A Vanitas Still Life with a Skull, Playing cards and Armour, c. 1650 (oil on canvas)
147377 A Vanitas Still Life with a Skull, Playing cards and Armour, c.1650 (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); 81.2x106.6 cm; Private Collection

Card Party (engraving)
7188881 Card Party (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Card Party, From " Le Roman du Roy Meliadus." Illustration for Observations on Popular)

French playing cards, 15th Century (chromolitho)
7173040 French playing cards, 15th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French playing cards of the time of King Charles VII, 15th Century)

"Les joueurs de cartes"Peinture de Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828)
AIS5367311 " Les joueurs de cartes" Peinture de Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828) pour une tapisserie fabriquee a la manufacture royale de tapisserie pour la salle a manger du

Cardy-Mums (engraving)
7178086 Cardy-Mums (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cardy-Mums. Illustration for The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood)

French playing cards (chromolitho)
7173043 French playing cards (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French playing cards)

Conjuring, Handkerchief production (litho)
7183345 Conjuring, Handkerchief production (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conjuring, Handkerchief production)

Playing cards (colour litho)
7201561 Playing cards (colour litho) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Playing cards)

German playing cards, 16th Century (colour litho)
7201521 German playing cards, 16th Century (colour litho) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: German playing cards, 16th Century)

Italian and French tarot cards, 16th Century (chromolitho)
7173045 Italian and French tarot cards, 16th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian and French tarot cards, 16th Century)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Cartes (Joueurs de); Card-players; Kartenspieler (engraving)
7195199 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Cartes (Joueurs de); Card-players; Kartenspieler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Family scene, c. 1840 (colour litho)
CHT407341 Family scene, c.1840 (colour litho) by Lami, Eugene-Louis (1800-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interieur de famille; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The Parlour (oil on canvas)
FTB96851 The Parlour (oil on canvas) by Longhi, Pietro (c.1701-85); Fondazione Querini Stampalia, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Ace of Hearts (oil on canvas)
3930850 Ace of Hearts (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 81x92 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

Couple chatting, detail from a family scene, c. 1840 (colour litho) (see 407341)
CHT407342 Couple chatting, detail from a family scene, c.1840 (colour litho) (see 407341) by Lami, Eugene-Louis (1800-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches in Manilla (engraving)
1609233 Sketches in Manilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Manilla. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 December 1857)

Source Size = 3887 x 2471
Panguingui (Card-Playing) in Manilla

The Convalescents, 1861 (oil on canvas)
XIR36989 The Convalescents, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Firmin-Girard, Marie Francois (1838-1921); 103x186 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Queen Marie Antoinette in the Conciergerie: The Prayer Table, 1856-57 (oil on board)
XKH204868 Queen Marie Antoinette in the Conciergerie: The Prayer Table, 1856-57 (oil on board) by Muller, Charles Louis Lucien (1815-92); 37.7x45 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

The Gamblers (oil on canvas)
XCF22503 The Gamblers (oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo (1571-1610) (follower of); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Historical satire, historical artwork C013 / 7699
Historical satire. Historical cartoon by P. Chenu entitled Les hommes en mignatures, satirising the human pleasures of smoking, drinking, and card playing, using a group of monkeys

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"Unveiling the Art of Card Playing: From Ancient Battles to Modern Leisure" Step into a world where cards hold more than just numbers and suits. Explore the captivating history through a series of remarkable artworks that depict its diverse facets. Transport yourself to the 16th century with "The Card Players, " an oil on canvas masterpiece that captures the intensity and concentration of players engaged in a timeless game. Witness their strategic moves, as they carefully contemplate their next move, revealing the true essence of this ancient pastime. Journey further back in time to witness soldiers finding solace amidst chaos. In "Soldiers Playing Cards in a Trench, First World War, " black-and-white photography immortalizes moments of respite during one of history's most devastating conflicts. Amidst the turmoil, these brave souls found camaraderie and temporary escape through card games. Marvel at "The House of Cards, " an exquisite oil on canvas painting from 1737 that showcases opulence and grandeur. This artwork transports us to an era when card playing was not only a leisure activity but also symbolized power dynamics within society. Delve into darker realms with "Dutch peasant with two daggers attacks another card player. " This engraving from 1803 depicts how even innocent games can escalate into violence, reminding us that every action has consequences. Experience the thrill and suspense captured in "The Card Sharp on the Boulevard. " Painted in 1806, this oil-on-wood piece reveals a street scene filled with intrigue as skilled players engage in high-stakes games under dimly lit lanterns. Witness how cards transcend time and culture as we explore modern illustrations like "Card players" from around 1930 or Fournier's edition for "Un Autre Monde" published in 1844. These vibrant depictions showcase how card playing remains relevant across generations.