Playing Cards Collection

Les Saltimbanques, 1874 (oil on canvas)
EDI187971 Les Saltimbanques, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

King of Spades from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. playing cards, c1940. [Goodall & Son Ltd. London, c1940]

King of Hearts from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. playing cards, c1940. [Goodall & Son Ltd. London, c1940]

Queen of Hearts from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. playing cards, c1940. [Goodall & Son Ltd. London, c1940]

Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape
CH11386 Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen of Hearts, 1925. From De La Rue & Cos Pneumatic Playing Cards. [Thomas De La Rue & Co. London, 1925]

Soldiers playing cards in the trenches, First World War, c1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Soldiers playing cards in the trenches, First World War, c1916, (c1920). An Interval of Peace: British bomb-gun section enjoying a hand at cards while the sentries keep watch through the periscopes

Jack of Hearts from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. playing cards, c1940. [Goodall & Son Ltd. London, c1940]

Ace of Hearts from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. playing cards, c1940. [Goodall & Son Ltd. London, c1940]

Skinning the Lamb, c1910. An American cartoon depicting three African American men playing cards. Two of the men are skinning or fleecing the third. The barman looks on with a knowing smile

King of Diamonds from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. playing cards, c1940. [Goodall & Son Ltd. London, c1940]

The Fortune Teller, 1899 (oil on canvas)
989688 The Fortune Teller, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Wontner, William Clark (1857-1930); 81.9x67.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fortune Teller. William Clarke Wontner (1857-1930)

A Cribbage Party in St. Giless Disturbed By A Press Gang, October 26, 1787

The House of Cards, c. 1736. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
The House of Cards, c. 1736. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Election III The Polling, 1754-55 (oil on canvas)
SJS1998 The Election III The Polling, 1754-55 (oil on canvas) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 101.5x127 cm; Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum

The devil, tarot card, Haute-Savoie, France, Europe

Encampment on Blackheath, Greenwich, London, 1780. Artist: Paul Sandby
View of an army encampment on Blackheath, Greenwich, London, 1780. Showing a windmill on the right and soldiers playing cards with a farmer in front

A scene on the main deck of a line of battle ship in harbour, 1820 (coloured aquatint)
7342160 A scene on the main deck of a line of battle ship in harbour, 1820 (coloured aquatint) by Sutherland, Thomas (1785-1838); 41.9x66.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The elements of astronomy and geography explained, 1795 (card, engraving)
7340573 The elements of astronomy and geography explained, 1795 (card, engraving) by Paris, Abbe & Wallis, John (fl.1795); 9.4x6.3x2.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A group seated at a table, 1802 (pen, ink)
7339867 A group seated at a table, 1802 (pen, ink) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 12.9x9.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

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Illustration for Dreams, Dances, and Disappointments (colour litho)
8646744 Illustration for Dreams, Dances, and Disappointments (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Dreams, Dances)

Card game representing Napoleon I, beg 19th century (watercolour)
FGL5486148 Card game representing Napoleon I, beg 19th century (watercolour); Fototeca Gilardi.

Playing cards
2603930 Playing cards; (add.info.: Resentment of the Chinese in gold mining areas of the United States. The "Heathen Chinee" accused of cheating at cards)

playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century
3079288 playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century; (add.info.: playing card from the Qajar Dynasty. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Still Life with a Poem, 1915 (oil on canvas)
8682926 Still Life with a Poem, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 80.6 x 64.8 cm; Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena, CA, USA; (add.info.: By Juan Gris).

Gipsy Family, 1825
3479538 Gipsy Family, 1825; (add.info.: Gipsy family around their camp fire, 1825.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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Astronomical Cards, in Question and Answer, 1807-46 (card, engraving)
7340574 Astronomical Cards, in Question and Answer, 1807-46 (card, engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 2.8x11.6x8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Jeu de drapeaux, 1800
1574260 Jeu de drapeaux, 1800; (add.info.: Sheet of playing cards, "Jeu de drapeaux" (i.e., game of flags) ca. 1800

Revolutionary playing cards, depicting (left) Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon and (right) Voltaire
5309134 Revolutionary playing cards, depicting (left) Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon and (right) Voltaire, from the French Revolution, 18th century; (add.info.: Revolutionary playing cards)

The Empty Mug, 1668 (oil on panel)
8712003 The Empty Mug, 1668 (oil on panel) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By David Teniers).

A Gipsy Encampment, 1884
3479542 A Gipsy Encampment, 1884; (add.info.: A Gipsy Encampment in 1884, France.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A gipsy family, 1835
3479537 A gipsy family, 1835; (add.info.: A gipsy family in France, 1835.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Gipsy Encampment, 1868
3479536 A Gipsy Encampment, 1868; (add.info.: A Gipsy Encampment in 1868, France.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century
3079287 playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century; (add.info.: playing card from the Qajar Dynasty. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century
3079286 playing card from the Qajar Dynasty Dated 19th Century; (add.info.: playing card from the Qajar Dynasty. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas)
XOS5878804 Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 95.9x83.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by John F)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669854 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Isabella of Bavaria, (gouache over traces of pencil on whatman board)
827464 Queen Isabella of Bavaria, (gouache over traces of pencil on whatman board) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); 33.4x30.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Isabella of Bavaria)

Card and Backgammon Players. Fight over Cards, 1616-1626. Creators: Theodoor Rombouts, Michelangelo Caravaggio
Card and Backgammon Players. Fight over Cards, 1616-1626

The Card Game, c17th century. Creator: Unknown
The Card Game, c17th century

Women Playing Hyakunin Isshu Card Game (image 1 of 2), between c1794 and c1795. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
Women Playing Hyakunin Isshu Card Game (image 1 of 2), between c1794 and c1795

Enthroned and Crowned Buddha Holding Lotuses, King of the Buddha Suit... 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Enthroned and Crowned Buddha Holding Lotuses, King of the Buddha Suit, Playing Card from a Dashavatara (Ten Avatars) Ganjifa Set, 19th century

Pinochle: Guards at the Walters Art Gallery, 1953. Creator: Walter Chatelaine
Pinochle: Guards at the Walters Art Gallery, 1953

The Card Game. Creator: Cornelis de Vos
The Card Game, Unknown date

Sleeper Awakened by a Young Woman with Fire, early 1620s. Creator: Nicolas Regnier
Sleeper Awakened by a Young Woman with Fire, early 1620s

Gustavian Style Interior with Cardplayers, 1779. Creator: Per Hillestrom
Gustavian Style Interior with Cardplayers, 1779

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"Playing Cards: A Journey Through Art, History, and Entertainment" Step into the enchanting world as we explore their rich history and captivating imagery. From Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a quaint village landscape to Les Saltimbanques' vibrant oil on canvas masterpiece, these cards have transcended time. The King of Hearts from a deck of Goodall & Son Ltd. Playing cards (c1940) exudes regal charm, while the Queen of Hearts captivates with her elegance and grace. The King of Spades adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the deck. Intriguingly, soldiers found solace amidst chaos during World War I by engaging in card games in the trenches. This poignant image captured by an unknown creator (c1916) reminds us that even in times of strife, simple pleasures can bring comfort. The Jack of Hearts from a vintage Goodall & Son Ltd. Deck (c1940) invites us into a world where love is always at stake. Meanwhile, the Ace of Hearts symbolizes new beginnings and endless possibilities. Travel back to 1874 with "Les Saltimbanques, " where performers entertain under colorful tents against a backdrop filled with wonderment. And let's not forget "Skinning the Lamb" (c1910), which showcases skillful hands engaged in an age-old tradition. The King of Diamonds reigns supreme with his majestic presence from another Goodall & Son Ltd. Deck (c1940). His allure is matched only by "The Fortune Teller" (1899), whose mystical gaze holds secrets waiting to be unveiled. Lastly, journey back to October 26th, 1787 - witness a lively Cribbage Party disrupted by a Press Gang in St Giles District through vivid imagination alone. They have become more than just tools for entertainment; they are windows into different eras and cultures—a testament to the enduring power of art and human connection.