1865
oil
panel
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
The End of the Game of Cards is a 1865 oil by Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, held at Walters Art Museum.
The painting depicts a dramatic scene with two men, one lying on the floor and the other seated on a chair. The man on the floor is dressed in a white shirt and gray pants, while the seated man wears a yellow jacket and brown pants. A sword lies on the floor beside the fallen man. The room's interior features a fireplace, a table, and a chair, all rendered in dark colors that contrast with the lighter tones of the men's clothing. The overall atmosphere is one of tension and conflict. This painting is a work by Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, an artist known for his detailed and realistic depictions of historical scenes.
Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier was a French academic painter and sculptor. He became famous for his depictions of Napoleon and his military sieges and manoeuvres in paintings acclaimed both for the artist's mastery of…
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