The project reveals the world of card games among the Russian nobility of the 19th century through painting, books, and household items, showcasing the significance of this pastime in culture. In the Russian estate of the 19th century, cards were not just a pastime. They became a mirror of social life, reflecting its passions and contradictions. Commercial parties gathered around the table those who valued the skill of calculating moves. Gamblers attracted risk lovers, for whom chance was more important than experience. Society condemned gambling, but it invariably found its way into the drawing rooms. In these games, an entire culture was born. Unique expressions, rituals, and superstitions emerged. A card game could resemble a duel - requiring composure, coolness, and the ability to maintain one's dignity in failure. For some, it was home entertainment; for others, a symbol of the struggle against fate. The exhibition introduces the world of card entertainment through painting, graphics, books, and decorative applied arts. Find other interesting exhibitions in Moscow on KUDAGO.