The Chess Game 

"The Chess Game" is a painting by Australian artist Julian Ashton. It depicts two men engrossed in a game of chess. The scene appears to be set in a dimly lit, intimate space. The older man, dressed in a worn brown jacket, sits on a chair, his hand resting on his chin, while the younger man, in a dark suit, leans forward with a contemplative expression. The chessboard is positioned on a table between them, with pieces arranged in a tense and strategic configuration. The painting, likely a study of human interaction and strategy, captures a moment of focus and concentration.