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FRANCE: COURT LIFE, 1690s. Playing cards in the Second Room of the Apartments
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FRANCE: COURT LIFE, 1690s. Playing cards in the Second Room of the Apartments
FRANCE: COURT LIFE, 1690s.
Playing cards in the Second Room of the Apartments. One in a series of etchings by Antoine Trouvain, 1694-1696, depicting a suite of reception rooms at the Palace of Versailles
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1690s Amusement Antoine Apartment Aristocrat Card Cards Chateau Court Courtier Etching Fashionable Flirtation Louis Xiv Palace Playing Room Second Upper Class Versailles Waiting Trouvain
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This print takes us back to the opulent court life of 1690s France. In the Second Room of the Apartments at the Palace of Versailles, aristocrats engage in a lively game of cards, as depicted in this exquisite etching by Antoine Trouvain. The scene exudes an air of sophistication and elegance, showcasing the fashionable attire and refined manners that were characteristic of the upper class during Louis XIV's reign. Seated around a beautifully adorned table, men and women indulge in this popular pastime while waiting for their turn to be received by royalty. The room itself is a testament to French grandeur, with its lavish interior design featuring intricate tapestries, ornate furniture, and elaborate chandeliers. The atmosphere is filled with flirtation and camaraderie as courtiers exchange playful glances amidst their strategic card playing. Wigs adorn both men and women's heads, symbolizing their social status within this exclusive circle. Through this snapshot into daily life at Versailles, we catch a glimpse into an era where leisurely pursuits intertwined with political maneuvering. This artwork from Granger Art on Demand captures not only the beauty but also the intrigue that permeated every corner of courtly existence in 17th-century France.
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