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Allegory of Fortune, c. 1730 (oil on canvas)
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Allegory of Fortune, c. 1730 (oil on canvas)
XYC174880 Allegory of Fortune, c.1730 (oil on canvas) by Nebot, Balthasar (fl.1730-65); 71.8x89.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12700619
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Catching Chance Coins Collecting Demon Demons Globe Greed Luck Money Bag Moneybag Opportunity Vice
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This print showcases Nebot's "Allegory of Fortune" a masterpiece that transports viewers to the realm of chance and opportunity. Painted in 1730, this oil on canvas artwork measures 71.8x89.3 cm and is housed at the Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection in the USA. The painting depicts a mesmerizing scene where Fortune herself takes center stage, surrounded by a myriad of symbolic elements. A golden orb hovers above her head, representing power and control over fate. From this celestial sphere, gold coins rain down upon a bustling crowd below. A river flows through the composition, symbolizing both wealth and life's unpredictable currents. On its banks stands a bridge leading to untold possibilities - an invitation to seize opportunities as they arise. Amidst the chaos of greed and vice depicted by demons lurking nearby, one can spot individuals catching and collecting these precious coins with fervor. Their actions reflect humanity's eternal pursuit of luck and material gain. Fortune appears as a nude female figure embodying fickleness; she bestows her favors indiscriminately upon those who dare to chase after her elusive blessings. Nebot skillfully captures the essence of fortune's allure while reminding us of its transitory nature. This allegorical representation serves as both cautionary tale and celebration of human ambition. Through this print from Fine Art Finder, viewers are invited to contemplate their own relationship with fortune – an ever-present force that shapes our lives in ways both
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