Tric Trac Collection

At the Cafe; Au cafe, 1909 (oil on canvas)
1197533 At the Cafe; Au cafe, 1909 (oil on canvas) by Beraud, Jean (1849-1935); 51x61 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Arabs playing Backgammon in an Interior, (watercolour)
827533 Arabs playing Backgammon in an Interior, (watercolour) by Rosati, Giulio (1858-1917); 52.7x35.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabs playing Backgammon in an Interior)

Backgammon, 1890 (oil on panel)
CH139926 Backgammon, 1890 (oil on panel) by Ottenfeld, Rudolf Otto Ritter von (1856-1913); 27x33 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Fol. 85v Two Backgammon Players, from the Book of Games, Chess, Dice and Boards
XIR203411 Fol.85v Two Backgammon Players, from the Book of Games, Chess, Dice and Boards, 1282 (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid

The Life of Man, c. 1665 (oil on canvas)
5863943 The Life of Man, c. 1665 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 68.5x81.6 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Tric Trac Players in an Interior, (oil on panel)
990053 Tric Trac Players in an Interior, (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 37x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tric Trac Players in an Interior. Jan Steen (1626-1679)

Backgammon, 1913-14 (oil on canvas)
989143 Backgammon, 1913-14 (oil on canvas) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 80x53.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Backgammon; Le Jacquet. Juan Gris (1887-1927). Oil on canvas. Painted 1913-14

Interior of an inn with an old man amusing himself with the landlady
3709968 Interior of an inn with an old man amusing himself with the landlady and two men playing backgammon, known as Two kinds of games, 1660-79 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz

Tric-Trac Players in an Inn, c. 1623-5 (oil on canvas)
827771 Tric-Trac Players in an Inn, c.1623-5 (oil on canvas) by Lievens, Jan the Elder (1607-74); 100x105.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tric-Trac Players in an Inn)

Fol. 89v Four Arabic Backgammon Players, from the Book of Games, Chess
XIR203414 Fol.89v Four Arabic Backgammon Players, from the Book of Games, Chess, Dice and Boards, 1282 (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid

Gentlefolk Playing Backgammon in an Interior (oil on panel)
827647 Gentlefolk Playing Backgammon in an Interior (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 940.5x35.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Tric Trac Players, 1610-85. Creator: Adriaen van Ostade
Tric Trac Players, 1610-85

Tric Trac Players, 1610-85. Creator: Unknown
Tric Trac Players, 1610-85

Playing Tric Trac, 1763. 1763. Creator: Philip James de Loutherbourg
Playing Tric Trac, 1763

Dice Players, ca 1624. Found in the Collection of Attingham Park, The Berwick Collection, The National Trust

Backgammon at the Cafe. Private Collection

Soldiers playing Dice. Artist: Sweerts, Michiel (1618-1664)
Soldiers playing Dice. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

A pair of Roman dice made from carved bone, 1st century BC. Private Collection

The Four Times of Day: Afternoon, c. 1740. Artist: Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743)
The Four Times of Day: Afternoon, c. 1740. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The backgammon players. Artist: Rosati, Giulio (1858-1917)
The backgammon players. From a private collection

Easy come, easy go, 1661. Artist: Steen, Jan Havicksz (1626-1679)
Easy come, easy go, 1661. Found in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

Interior With A Woman Feeding A Parrot Two Men Playing Backgammon And Other Figures (The Parrot Cage), 1670. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Backgammon Players, c. 1645. Artist: Teniers, David, the Younger (1610-1690)
Backgammon Players, c. 1645. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Card and Backgammon Players. Fight over Cards, 1620-1629. Artist: Rombouts, Theodor (1597-1637)
Card and Backgammon Players. Fight over Cards, 1620-1629. Found in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Room in an Inn with Peasants Drinking, Smoking and Playing Backgam, 1678. Artist: Ostade, Adriaen Jansz
Room in an Inn with Peasants Drinking, Smoking and Playing Backgam, 1678. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Engraving depicting men playing Tric Trac, 19th century
Engraving depicting men playing TricTrac

Interior inn old man amusing landlady two men playing backgammon
Interior of an inn with an old man amusing himself with the landlady and two men playing backgammon, known as Two children of games, Inn interior with an old man, who grabs the landlady

Ann Inn Backgammon Players Interior tavern tramp players
Ann Inn with Backgammon Players, Interior of a tavern with tramp players. In the foreground a cradle and a mother breastfeeding her child, inn, coffee house, public house, etc, nursing, suckling

Triktrak players Interior inn two men playing
Triktrak players, Interior of an inn with two men playing the tug-of-war and a third watching them huddled. In the doorway stands a man with a wooden leg, backgammon, tric-trac, hotel, hostelry, inn

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"Tric Trac: A Timeless Game of Strategy and Camaraderie" Step into the enchanting world of "tric trac, " a captivating game that has transcended time and cultures. From the bustling cafes of 1909 to the serene interiors depicted in watercolor, this beloved pastime has been immortalized by artists throughout history. In "Arabs playing Backgammon in an Interior, " we witness the intensity and focus as players engage in a strategic battle. The delicate strokes bring to life their concentration, highlighting the significance of each move on the backgammon board. The allure extends beyond mere entertainment; it is a social activity that brings people together. In "Backgammon, 1890, " we see friends gathered around a table, engrossed in friendly competition while sharing laughter and camaraderie. Even centuries ago, tric trac was enjoyed by individuals from all walks of life. As depicted in "Fol. 85v Two Backgammon Players, " even medieval manuscripts recognized its popularity among nobles and commoners alike. "The Life of Man" captures not only the game itself but also its metaphorical representation. Through vibrant colors and intricate details, this masterpiece reminds us that every move we make mirrors our journey through life's ups and downs. Whether played within cozy interiors or lively taverns, tric trac creates an atmosphere filled with excitement and anticipation. In "Tric Trac Players in an Interior, " brushstrokes capture both intense concentration and animated conversation between players engaged in this timeless pursuit. Artists like Adriaen van Ostade have masterfully captured these moments for eternity. In his work titled "Tric Trac Players, " he transports us to another era where gentlemen gather around wooden tables adorned with boards ready for play – a testament to how deeply ingrained this game is within our cultural heritage. From ancient Arabic traditions to European salons, it has left its mark on history.