Dice Players
1635
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
1635
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
Dice Players is a 1635 oil by Mattia Preti, held at National Museum in Kraków.
In the painting, three men are gathered around a table, their faces illuminated by a faint light source. The men are dressed in dark attire, with one wearing a white shirt and another sporting a red vest. The table is cluttered with various objects, including coins, a sword, and a plate. The atmosphere of the scene is tense, with the men's faces contorted in concentration. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that employs strong contrasts between light and dark, adds to the dramatic effect of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you can explore more of Mattia Preti's works.
