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The Cheat with the Ace of Diamonds
The Cheat with the Ace of Diamonds
c. 1636–1638 · Oil on canvas · Sully Wing
Four figures, four glances, one con. A naïve young nobleman is about to lose his fortune to the cheat on the left, who has pulled an ace from his belt. The courtesan and her servant are in on it; only the young man isn't looking at anyone.
Saint Peter Repentant
Saint Peter Repentant
France, 17th century · 1645 · oil on canvas