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The poker game. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
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The poker game. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786388 The poker game. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Weiluc, Lucien Henri (Weil) (1873-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: The poker game. Illustration for Le Rire, 24 November 1906.); © Look and Learn
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is a captivating and humorous illustration that captures the essence of French social life in the early 20th century. Created by Lucien Henri Weil, this colour lithograph was originally featured in Le Rire magazine on November 24,1906. In this satirical cartoon, we are transported to a lively card table where men gather for an evening of poker. The scene is filled with double entendre and cheeky humor as the players engage in their game. However, what makes this artwork truly amusing is the obliviousness of one player's wife who sits nearby. As her husband focuses on his cards, his friend takes advantage of the situation by subtly groping her under the table. The woman remains unaware of these advances while she innocently observes the game unfolding before her eyes. Weiluc's caricatures skillfully capture each character's personality and add to the overall comedic effect. This satirical drawing serves as a scathing satire on French society at that time, highlighting both its playful nature and underlying tensions between husbands and wives. "The Poker Game" offers us a glimpse into European culture during this era through its clever use of wit and visual storytelling. It reminds us that even within seemingly innocent pastimes like card games, there can be layers of humor waiting to be discovered.
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