Kaartspelers 1929

"Kaartspelers" (Card Players), a 1929 woodcut by Dutch artist Dick Ket (1902-1940), depicts a group of men engaged in a game of cards. Created in a stark black and white style, the image conveys a sense of intimacy and camaraderie among the players. The strong, graphic lines and bold contrasts are characteristic of Ket's work, which often focused on everyday scenes and the lives of ordinary people. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Dutch social life during the early 20th century.