Domino en kaartspel / Jeu de domino et de cartes 1800 - 1833

Philippus Jacobus Brepols created this print, titled "Domino en kaartspel / Jeu de domino et de cartes", during the early 19th century. Notice the deliberate arrangement of the dominoes and cards which are set against a neutral background. This simple composition draws attention to the geometric forms and the interplay between pattern and sequence. The dominoes on the left ascend in a pyramid shape, from base to apex. This systematic organization establishes a visual order and rhythm. Each domino, a rectangle divided into two squares, contains a number of dots that follows a binary logic. Conversely, the playing cards on the right display a colorful mix of suits and face cards which represent a different kind of symbolic system. The tension between these two sets invites us to consider how the artist merges structure and chance. Ultimately, this print invites us to examine how systems of signs and symbols function within games and visual representation. Rather than offering a fixed meaning, the artwork remains open, encouraging ongoing interpretation.