A Royal Flush | Framed 19th Century Trompe-L’œil Oil Painting

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Artist: Unknown, France
Date: Late 19th Century
Medium: Oil on panel with decalcomania elements
Style/Movement: American Folk Art/Trompe-l'œil
Dimensions: 22.5" … Read more Artist: Unknown, France
Date: Late 19th Century
Medium: Oil on panel with decalcomania elements
Style/Movement: American Folk Art/Trompe-l'œil
Dimensions: 22.5" W x 17" H
Condition: Framed in original walnut and faux tortoiseshell veneer, with a richly aged patina and signs of long-term display including crackling, flaking, and light surface wear. Please refer to photos regarding condition.
Additional Details: Titled "A Royal Flush", this compelling trompe-l'œil composition features an arrangement of playing cards, Confederate currency, and ephemera rendered with meticulous attention to illusionistic detail. Likely produced as a parlor or saloon piece, it reflects popular 19th-century themes of chance, wealth, and the post-war South. The combination of painted and decal elements suggests a transitional technique aimed at both decorative flair and commercial appeal. See less