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The Card Players, c. 1903 (pencil and gouache on paper)
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The Card Players, c. 1903 (pencil and gouache on paper)
1195539 The Card Players, c. 1903 (pencil and gouache on paper) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); 47.5x61 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 22530022
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1903 Applied Art Artist Russian Background Bakst Bending Bending Forward Bending Forwards Blond Blond Hair Blonde Blonde Hair Card Player Childcare Direct Gaze Fair Fair Haired Female Garment Forward Freetime Gouache Ground Leaning Forwards Leisurely Leon Bakst Lev Samoilovich Rosenberg Looking At Camera Maternal Maternity Motherhood Motherly Mounted On Paper Named Designer On Paper One Parent Parent Parenting Patterned Pencil Pencil Drawing Recreational Russian Artist Single Mother Single Parent White Background Ethnic Origin Interior Decoration Portrait Style Portraiture Youthful
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The Card Players, c. 1903
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is a captivating portrait captured by Russian artist Leon Bakst. In this early twentieth-century artwork, Bakst skillfully combines pencil and gouache on paper to depict a scene of leisure and recreation. The image showcases a young fair-haired woman engrossed in a game of cards. With her forward-leaning posture and direct gaze at the camera, she exudes confidence and focus. Dressed in elegant apparel against a pristine white background, she epitomizes the gracefulness associated with the era. Bakst's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of the composition - from the intricate patterns adorning her garment to the carefully rendered furniture that surrounds her. The interior decoration reflects both opulence and simplicity simultaneously. This portrait not only captures an intimate moment but also conveys themes of motherhood and childcare. The presence of a child nearby suggests that this single mother finds solace in recreational activities while fulfilling her maternal duties. As we observe "The Card Players" we are transported back in time to witness an era where women embraced their roles as mothers while indulging in moments of personal enjoyment. Through his masterful technique, Bakst immortalizes this fleeting moment for us all to appreciate the beauty found within everyday life.
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