This vintage print is titled “A Bold Bluff”, one of the most recognizable images from Cassius Marcellus Coolidge’s Dogs Playing Poker series. Measuring 12" x 16", this classic scene captures Coolidge’s trademark humor with dogs seated around a card table, bluffing their way through a poker game.

·       Artist: Cassius Marcellus Coolidge (1844–1934)

·       Series: Dogs Playing Poker

·       Title: A Bold Bluff

·       Size: 12" x 15.5" overall, 9.5" x 14" in image size

·       Condition: Excellent — bright color, clean surface, no creases or tears.

Background:
Coolidge’s Dogs Playing Poker paintings were originally created for advertising and calendars in the early 1900s and became enduring icons of American popular culture. Companies like Brown & Bigelow helped make them household favorites, and they remain highly collectible today.

Provenance: From the Chuck Olson Collection, an archive of over 10,000 vintage prints collected over 40 years, with a focus on calendar art from 1900–1960. Chuck often purchased surplus stock directly from calendar companies, which is why multiple copies in excellent condition are available.

Why You’ll Love It:
Unframed and ready for display, this nostalgic Americana print is perfect for game rooms, bars, offices, or as a fun gift for a poker enthusiast.

Shipping: Print will be carefully packaged flat with protective materials to ensure safe delivery.