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A Showdown - In the 400. Blue-Bloods Playing for Blue Chips, plate 6 from a poker series
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A Showdown - In the 400. Blue-Bloods Playing for Blue Chips, plate 6 from a poker series
MNY94361 A Showdown - In the 400. Blue-Bloods Playing for Blue Chips, plate 6 from a poker series, pub. by the Truth Company, New York, 1895 (litho) by Wenzell, Albert Beck (1864-1917); 45.4x27.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22606322
© Museum of the City of New York / Bridgeman Images
Gambling Gentlemen Saloon Tension
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In this print titled "A Showdown - In the 400. Blue-Bloods Playing for Blue Chips" we are transported back to a smoky saloon in New York City, circa 1895. The tension in the room is palpable as a group of distinguished gentlemen engage in an intense game of poker. The artist, Albert Beck Wenzell, skillfully captures the atmosphere of high stakes gambling with his meticulous lithograph technique. The dimly lit room creates an air of secrecy and intrigue, while wisps of smoke curling from cigars add to the sense of drama. Each player's face reveals a different emotion - determination, anticipation, or perhaps even desperation. As they carefully study their cards and assess their opponents' reactions, it becomes clear that these blue-blooded men are not just playing for money but also for status and pride. Wenzell's attention to detail is remarkable; every crease on their tailored suits and every strand of hair meticulously rendered. Through this artwork, we catch a glimpse into a bygone era where games like poker were more than mere entertainment; they were battles fought with wit and strategy. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst societal expectations and refined appearances, human nature remains unchanged. Regardless of time or place, there will always be those who seek excitement through risk-taking endeavors such as gambling – forever immortalized within this stunning piece from Wenzell's poker series.
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