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Game Of Tric Trac Collection

"Game of Tric-Trac: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of Tric-Trac, a captivating game that has stood the test of time

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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Game of Tric-Trac. By Teniers (engraving)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Dice Players, ca 1624
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Backgammon at the Cafe
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Soldiers playing Dice. Artist: Sweerts, Michiel (1618-1664)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: A pair of Roman dice made from carved bone, 1st century BC
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: The Four Times of Day: Afternoon, c. 1740. Artist: Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: The backgammon players. Artist: Rosati, Giulio (1858-1917)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Easy come, easy go, 1661. Artist: Steen, Jan Havicksz (1626-1679)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Interior With A Woman Feeding A Parrot Two Men Playing Backgammon And Other Figures
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Backgammon Players, c. 1645. Artist: Teniers, David, the Younger (1610-1690)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Card and Backgammon Players. Fight over Cards, 1620-1629. Artist: Rombouts, Theodor (1597-1637)
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Game Of Tric Trac Collection: Room in an Inn with Peasants Drinking, Smoking and Playing Backgam, 1678

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"Game of Tric-Trac: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of Tric-Trac, a captivating game that has stood the test of time. This engraving by Teniers takes us back to ca 1624, where we witness the intense concentration on the faces of "Dice Players. " The scene is reminiscent of lively gatherings at cafes, where friends would engage in friendly competition over a game of Backgammon. Tracing its origins to ancient Rome, this timeless pastime is beautifully represented by a pair of Roman dice made from carved bone dating back to the 1st century BC. As we delve deeper into history, Lancret's painting "The Four Times of Day: Afternoon" transports us to c. 1740 when Backgammon was enjoyed during leisurely afternoons. Giulio Rosati's artwork titled "The Backgammon Players" captures the essence of camaraderie and strategic thinking involved in every move. Jan Havicksz Steen's paintings like "Easy come, easy go" and "Interior With A Woman Feeding A Parrot Two Men Playing Backgammon And Other Figures (The Parrot Cage)" depict scenes where fortune can change with each roll. David Teniers' masterpiece from c. 1645 showcases players engrossed in their game while Rombouts' work reveals an intense moment as card and Backgammon players fight over cards in the early 17th century. Adriaen Jansz van Ostade's painting brings us inside an inn filled with peasants enjoying drinks, smoke-filled air, and engaging in spirited games. Through these artworks spanning centuries, we witness how Tric-Trac has transcended time and social classes - played by soldiers like Michiel Sweerts depicted playing dice or enjoyed by peasants as seen in Ostade's piece. From ancient Rome to modern times, Tric-Trac remains a beloved game, captivating players with its blend of strategy and chance.