Home > Arts > Artists > L > Abraham Lincoln
Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas)
XOS5878804 Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts, c.1895 (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 95.9x83.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by John F. Peto
Scraps of paper and tape letter rack. With the photograph of Abraham Lincoln. The jack of hearts and a cigarette butt at the bottom of the canvas making it appear to rest on the pictures frame.)
Media ID 38117404
© Bridgeman Images
Art Fine Art Correspondence Deck Of Cards Optical Effect Optical Experiment Optical Phenomenon Pack Of Cards Papering Papers Playing Card Playing Cards Still Lifes Tromp Loeil Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil America Continent Etats Unis Etats Unis Usa United States
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Abraham Lincoln
> Arts
> Artists
> P
> John Frederick Peto
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> John Wood
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Oil paintings
> Still life artwork
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Oil paintings
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Oil paintings
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> John Frederick Peto
EDITORS COMMENTS
This oil on canvas painting by John Frederick Peto, titled "Card Rack with a Jack of Hearts," transports us back to the late 19th century. The intricate details and optical effects in this piece draw the viewer in, inviting them to explore every corner of the composition.
The card rack is filled with scraps of paper and tape, creating a sense of nostalgia for a time when handwritten letters were more common forms of communication. At the center of it all is a photograph of Abraham Lincoln, adding a touch of historical significance to the scene.
But what truly catches the eye is the jack of hearts and cigarette butt at the bottom of the canvas. These seemingly mundane objects add an unexpected twist to the composition, almost as if they are resting on top of the picture frame itself.
As we admire this work of art from Peto's skilled hand, we are reminded that even everyday objects can hold beauty and intrigue when seen through an artist's eyes. The vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail make this painting a true masterpiece that continues to captivate viewers over a century later.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
