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The Ace of Spades
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The Ace of Spades
A portrait oil painting of a young girl, sat confidently on a table, with the ace of spades playing card placed on her lap, symbolising death or bad fortune. Date: circa 1924
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Confidently Exhibited Fortune Frederick Institute Painters Spades Symbolising 1923 1924 Leist
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This evocative oil painting, titled "The Ace of Spades," dates back to circa 1924 and depicts a young girl with an enigmatic expression as she confidently sits at a table. The table is set with a single object, the ominous ace of spades playing card, which rests on her lap. The card, traditionally associated with death or bad fortune, adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the portrait. The painting is the work of the talented British artist Frederick William Leist (1885-1960), who exhibited this piece at the Royal Institute of Painters in Oil Colours in 1923. Leist was known for his figurative and symbolic works, often exploring themes of mortality and the passage of time. The young girl in "The Ace of Spades" is dressed in a simple, white blouse and a dark skirt, her dark hair pulled back into a neat bun. Her gaze is steady and unwavering, her posture confident and poised. The use of rich, dark colors and bold brushstrokes adds depth and texture to the painting, drawing the viewer in and inviting them to ponder the meaning behind the image. Despite its somber symbolism, "The Ace of Spades" is a captivating work of art that continues to intrigue and inspire viewers to this day. The painting's enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of both beauty and unease, leaving us to wonder about the story behind the young girl and the significance of the ace of spades.
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