Hab.ts de Goa from playing cards "Jeu d'Or" 18th century

This 18th-century playing card, from the "Jeu d'Or" deck, depicts a man and woman in elaborate costumes, likely representing the "Habits de Goa" mentioned in the title. The card, hand-colored with vibrant hues, displays a unique combination of Western and Eastern fashions, highlighting the cultural exchange between Europe and Asia. The artwork serves as a fascinating glimpse into the fashion of the time and the influence of colonial trade on dress and costume. "Jeu d'Or", "Habits de Goa", "Playing Cards", 18th-century, "Metropolitan Museum of Art", "New York, NY".