The Card Players by Paul Cézanne
Description: The Card Players (circa 1890-1892) by Paul Cézanne is a notable work that explores the theme of leisure and the intimate social dynamics of card playing. This painting is part of a series Cézanne created depicting card players, which are renowned for their compositional simplicity and focused attention on the act of play. The painting portrays two figures deeply engaged in a game of cards, with the composition emphasizing their concentration and interaction. Cézanne’s use of form and color in this work reflects his interest in structure and geometric composition, characteristic of his transition towards modernism.
Paul Cézanne (1839–1906) was a French Post-Impressionist painter whose work laid the foundation for the transition from 19th-century artistic concepts to 20th-century modernism. Cézanne’s exploration of geometric forms and his innovative approach to color and perspective influenced the development of Cubism and other modern art movements. The Card Players is a prime example of how Cézanne’s focus on composition and form contributed to his revolutionary impact on the art world.
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Location and Date Created: Created between 1890 and 1892, France.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: The Card Players.
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Artwork Style: Post-Impressionism.
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Subject/Topic: A depiction of two figures engaged in a game of cards, highlighting Cézanne’s interest in composition and form.