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Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior, c. 1650s (oil on canvas)
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Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior, c. 1650s (oil on canvas)
827723 Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior, c.1650s (oil on canvas) by Eeckhout, Gerbrandt van den (1621-74); 51.5x61.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior. Gerbrandt van den Eeckhout (1621-74). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1650s. 51.5 x 61.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23663352
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1650s Affair Artist Dutch Baroque Era Company Dark Darkness Dutch Art Dutch Artist Five People Flirt Flirtation Flirtatious Flirting Freetime Friend Friendly Friends Friendship Golden Age Grace Graceful Leisurely Medium Group Medium Group Of People Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Netherlandish Artist Nocturnal Old Master Paintings Playing Cards Recreational Relationship Eeckhout Ethnic Origin Interior Decoration Positive Concepts
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This oil painting, titled "Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior" transports us back to the 17th century Netherlands. Created by Dutch artist Gerbrandt van den Eeckhout around the 1650s, this masterpiece captures a moment of leisure and social interaction. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit interior, evoking a sense of intimacy and mystery. A group of five elegantly dressed individuals gather around a table, engrossed in a game of cards. The soft glow from candlelight illuminates their faces and highlights the intricate details of their attire. Amongst them are men and women engaged in friendly banter and flirtation. Their relaxed postures suggest a comfortable camaraderie as they enjoy each other's company. This painting beautifully showcases the grace and elegance that characterized Dutch society during this time period. The artist skillfully captures not only the physical appearance but also the emotional dynamics between these individuals. Through his masterful use of light and shadow, he creates an atmosphere that is both inviting and enigmatic. "Elegant Company Playing Cards in an Interior" serves as a window into another era, allowing us to appreciate the beauty of old master paintings while reflecting on themes such as friendship, recreation, and human connection that transcend time.
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