Blind Mans Buff Collection (#2)

Children playing blindmans buff games child 1968 blindfold blindfolded Glasgow children games street skipping ropes UNSEEN SCOTLAND PLAY BATCH 4 CODE USD001

Scene from the Chushingura (Vendetta of the 47 Loyal Retailers), ca. 1820

Blindmans Bluff... from a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), c1715-20
Blindmans Bluff: Page From a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), ca. 1715-20

Passport card part coast Finnmark Passport card
Passport card from part of the coast of Finnmark Passport card from t Noordelykste of the coast of Finmarkken and part of Lapland starting from C

Uranosuke Plays Blind Mans Buff with the Women of the Ichiriki Joroya, ca. 1790

La Gallina Ciega, (Blind Mans Buff), 1788, (c1934). Artist: Francisco Goya
La Gallina Ciega, (Blind Mans Buff), 1788, (c1934). Rococo cartoon produced by Spanish artist Francisco de Goya for tapestries at the Royal Palace of El Pardo

Blind Mans Buff, 1788, (1917). Artist: William Ward
Blind Mans Buff, 1788. After George Morland (1763-1804). From The Connoisseur Vol XLVIII [Otto Limited, London, 1917.]

A Romp after Dinner, 1887. Artist: Henry Towneley Green
A Romp after Dinner, 1887. A man playing blind mans buff with a group of children. A print from The Illustrated London News, 15th January 1887

Hoodman Blind, (1833). Medieval depiction of the game also known as Blind Mans Bluff, in which a player is blinded and buffeted by other players until one is caught

Blind Mans Buff, early 19th century

Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. The policeman faces insurmountable odds in his attempts to catch the many villains operating on the streets of Britains towns and cities

Childrens Games (Kinderspiele), 1560 (oil on panel)
XIR68945 Childrens Games (Kinderspiele), 1560 (oil on panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 118x161 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Flemish, out of copyright

Blind Mans Buff (oil on canvas) (see also 610170 and 29863)
XIR498128 Blind Mans Buff (oil on canvas) (see also 610170 and 29863) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 26.9x35 cm; Prado, Madrid

Landscape, 1728 (oil on panel)
XKH179520 Landscape, 1728 (oil on panel) by Holst, Johann (17th-18th century); 25.3x34.4 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

A Game of Hot Cockles, c. 1775-80 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765871 A Game of Hot Cockles, c.1775-80 (oil on canvas) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 115.5x91.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Sea chart of part of the coast of Finnmark, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen (I), unknown, 1681 - 1799

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Blind Man's Buff: A Timeless Game of Laughter and Mystery" Step into the world of Blind Man's Buff, a beloved game that has transcended time and cultures. From its earliest depictions in art, such as "Blindmans Buff (Le Colin-Maillard)" painted between 1755-80 by an unknown artist, to Francisco Goya's intriguing rendition titled "La Gallina Ciega, " this game has captured the imagination of artists throughout history. In these captivating artworks, we witness the essence of Blind Man's Buff - a group of people joyfully partaking in a game where one player is blindfolded while others try to elude their grasp. The element of mystery and anticipation fills the air as participants navigate through darkness with laughter echoing around them. But Blind Man's Buff is not just limited to paintings; it has been immortalized in various forms. A tragic scene depicted in a color lithograph portrays the intensity and emotion that can arise from this seemingly innocent game. Meanwhile, an engraving from 1849 showcases how even during Victorian times, children found delight in playing Blind Man's Buff. Across continents and centuries, Blind Man's Buff remains a cherished pastime for both young and old alike. In Japan, at the Kankanro Teahouse in Yoshiwara during 1794, Outdoor Amusements included this enthralling game among their activities. Even beyond art or historical records, Blind Man's Bluff finds its way into everyday life. An enchanting furnishing fabric from England dating back to 1785-95 features playful figures engaged in this timeless pursuit. Children gather around for games like these as seen on chromolithographs or Victorian Christmas cards titled "The Young Folks. " Blind Man’s Bluff represents more than just entertainment; it embodies human connection and camaraderie across generations.