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The Fool Who Does Not Send Himself Into Misfortune, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
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The Fool Who Does Not Send Himself Into Misfortune, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308548 The Fool Who Does Not Send Himself Into Misfortune, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Wilhelm Stettler (1643-1708)
Caspar Merian (1627-1686)
brush and Indian ink on laid paper
h x w: sheet 11.5 x 10.5 cm); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 28384102
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Belittling Court Jester Danger Dangerous Derides Derision Foolery Jester Joker Make Fun Of Misfortunate Misfortune Mockery Risk Scoff Ship Wreck Ship Wrecked Shipwreck Shipwrecked Storm Stormy Threat Unsafe Vice Virtue Virtues Virtuous 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Means Of Conveyance Seventeeth Century Swissman
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This print titled "The Fool Who Does Not Send Himself Into Misfortune" captures the essence of danger, mockery, and misfortune. Created by Wilhelm Stettler in the late 17th century, this brush and Indian ink drawing depicts a stormy sea scene with a small boat at its center. The image showcases a jester-like figure standing on the boat, symbolizing foolishness and derision. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings out the threatening weather conditions, emphasizing the riskiness of the situation. The shipwrecked vessel serves as a reminder of the perils that await those who do not exercise caution. Stettler's work reflects his virtuosity as an artist while also highlighting societal vices such as belittling and foolery. This piece is part of Ashmolean Museum's collection in Oxford, UK. With its powerful imagery and thought-provoking composition, this artwork transports viewers to a time when ships were means of transportation fraught with danger. It invites contemplation on human vulnerability in face of unpredictable forces like storms at sea. "The Fool Who Does Not Send Himself Into Misfortune" remains relevant even today as it reminds us to be mindful of our actions and decisions lest we find ourselves facing adversity without any recourse for escape or redemption.
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