American Art Deco Playing Card Back - Female bather (1)
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American Art Deco Playing Card Back - Female bather (1)
American Art Deco Playing Card Back - Female bather (1) Date: circa late 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alarmed Avoiding Bather Bathing Lobster Mar17 Searchlights Stepping Stylish Swimming Swimsuit Waves Deco Recoiling
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1. Title: "A Vision of Elegance and Whimsy: The American Art Deco Female Bather Playing Card Back (circa Late 1920s)" 2. Description: This image showcases an American Art Deco playing card back design featuring a stylish female bather, surrounded by a vibrant and colorful underwater scene. The female bather, with her graceful form and expressive pose, is the central focus of this exquisite work of art. She wears a chic swimsuit and a stylish cap, her arms raised in a playful gesture as she steps back, seemingly alarmed or recoiling from the approaching wave and the dazzling searchlight beams that illuminate the scene. 3. Background: The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a time of great cultural and artistic innovation. The Art Deco movement, with its bold colors, geometric shapes, and intricate patterns, became a defining visual style of the era. This playing card back design, created circa late 1920s, is a testament to the enduring appeal of Art Deco aesthetics. 4. Details: The female bather is surrounded by a rich underwater tableau, complete with lobsters, waves, and a myriad of colorful fish. The design's intricate details, such as the delicate lines of the bather's swimsuit, the rippling waves, and the searchlight beams, are rendered with remarkable precision and artistry. The overall effect is one of glamour, whimsy, and timeless elegance. 5. Significance: This American Art Deco playing card back design is more than just a functional object; it is a visual feast that captures the spirit of the 1920s and the Art Deco movement. Its intricate details, vibrant colors, and expressive figures make it a valuable addition to any collection of vintage art or design. Whether used for gaming or as a decorative piece, this playing card back is a testament to the enduring allure of Art Deco style.
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