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Patience as the Victor over Fortune from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca. 1560
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Patience as the Victor over Fortune from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca. 1560
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Coornhert Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert Fortune Lying Patience Proverb The M Victor Wisdom Allegorical Figure Nakedness Netherlandish Nudity
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The captivating print titled "Patience as the Victor over Fortune from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca. 1560" takes us back to the 16th century, where allegorical figures were used to convey profound concepts. In this thought-provoking engraving by Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert, we are presented with a powerful representation of patience triumphing over fortune. A naked female figure lies gracefully on her side, embodying both vulnerability and strength. Her nudity symbolizes honesty and purity of character while highlighting the rawness of human existence. With eyes closed in serene contemplation, she exudes an air of wisdom beyond her years. Beside her stands another figure, perhaps representing fortune herself. Clothed in mystery and draped in opulence, she gazes upon the victorious embodiment of patience with a mix of admiration and envy. This striking composition invites viewers to reflect on the timeless proverb that patience is indeed a virtue capable of overcoming life's unpredictable twists and turns. It serves as a reminder that true victory lies not in material wealth or fleeting success but rather in one's ability to endure hardships with grace and resilience. As we delve into this mesmerizing piece at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), we are transported through time, witnessing how art has always been a medium for exploring complex ideas that transcend generations.
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