Interieur met kaartspelend gezelschap 1803 - 1841

"Interieur met kaartspelend gezelschap" (Interior with a company playing cards) is an 1803-1841 etching by Dutch artist Johannes van Cuylenburgh (1793-1841). The work depicts a group of people gathered around a table, engrossed in a game of cards. The scene is set in a dimly lit interior, with a fireplace visible in the background. The figures are drawn with meticulous detail, capturing the artist's keen observation of everyday life. This artwork is a fine example of genre painting, a style that gained popularity in the Netherlands during the 18th and 19th centuries. It provides a glimpse into the social activities and leisure pursuits of people during that period. The etching's small size (220mm x 274mm) suggests that it was likely intended for personal viewing.