A Real Rubber! At Whist 1820 - 1830

"A Real Rubber! At Whist" is a humorous hand-colored lithograph created by George Hunt in the early 19th century. The artwork satirizes a game of whist, a popular card game in the 1800s, by depicting exaggerated characters in a comical manner. The scene captures the excitement and drama of the game, with players' expressions and postures conveying their reactions to the outcome of the game. Hunt's signature style of caricature is evident in the exaggerated features of the figures, contributing to the artwork's comedic appeal. This lithograph, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fascinating glimpse into the social pastimes and humorous culture of the 19th century.