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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" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Add a touch of elegance to your space with our Metal Prints from the Media Storehouse range! This stunning piece, 'Jeu de Drapeaux, 1800' by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder (1574260), brings the artistry and charm of an antique playing card game to life. Perfect for decorating a room or making a statement in your office.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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