Poker Night (from a Streetcar Named Desire) 1946

"Poker Night (from a Streetcar Named Desire)" is a 1946 painting by Thomas Hart Benton, known for his regionalist style depicting everyday life in the American South. The scene depicts a group of men playing poker in a dimly lit room, while a woman in a blue dress stands in the foreground, looking at her reflection in a hand mirror. Benton's use of bold colors and dramatic lighting creates a sense of realism and intrigue. The painting is a study of human nature, highlighting the different ways in which people react to a moment of tension and uncertainty.