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Jeu de drapeaux, 1800
1574260 Jeu de drapeaux, 1800; (add.info.: Sheet of playing cards, "Jeu de drapeaux" (i.e. game of flags) ca. 1800. Playing cards, titled in French, show soldiers of France, Germany, Great Britain, and Russia, bearing flags which show the card's suit and rank.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38207754
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1800s Napoleonic Pastimes Playing Cards
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Elevate your space with this stunning Fine Art Print of "Jeu de drapeaux, 1800" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. A unique and vibrant addition to any art collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Jeu de drapeaux, 1800" offers a glimpse into the past with its depiction of a sheet of playing cards from around the turn of the 19th century. The game of flags, as it is known in French, showcases soldiers from France, Germany, Great Britain, and Russia proudly bearing their respective national flags.
Each card not only represents a different country but also signifies the suit and rank through the unique flag designs. This fascinating combination of military symbolism and traditional gaming elements provides insight into the cultural interests and pastimes of this era.
The intricate details captured in this artwork transport viewers back to a time when Europe was embroiled in Napoleonic wars and political tensions ran high among these powerful nations. The inclusion of Asian countries like Russia adds an interesting global perspective to this historical tableau.
As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are reminded of how art can serve as a window to the past, offering us a deeper understanding of our shared history. It is truly remarkable how something as simple as playing cards can tell such rich stories about society, politics, and human connections across borders.
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