This is exciting polo match has just had its first ball thrown into the game by the umpire. The match takes place in the grounds of an ancient château. It is Spring with the trees in full blossom and the fields and shrubs dressed in the lushest of greens. In the foreground, a patient artist is at work on his latest chef-d'oeuvre, oblivious to the cheering crowd who have come to watch this afternoon sport.