The Card Party

Caspar Netscher

Created:
Movement:
1670
Baroque
key Notes:
Genre scene, Dutch Golden Age
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Dimensions:
19 3/4 x 17 3/4 in. (50.2 x 45.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"The Card Party," painted by Caspar Netscher in 1670, depicts a group of elegantly dressed figures engaged in a card game, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering textures and light. The work exemplifies the genre of Dutch genre painting, reflecting the social customs and leisure activities of the 17th-century bourgeoisie.

Description of the work:

"The Card Party," painted by Caspar Netscher in 1670, depicts a group of elegantly dressed figures engaged in a card game, showcasing the artist's mastery of light and texture through the use of oil on canvas. The composition is characterized by a rich color palette and intricate details in the clothing and furnishings, reflecting the social dynamics and leisure activities of the Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Card Party