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The Sow-Quoting Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
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The Sow-Quoting Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308474 The Sow-Quoting Jester, 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 28385792
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Belittling Boar Court Jester Crowns Derides Derision Foolery Jester Joker Make Fun Of Mockery Piggies Pigs Scoff Vice Virtue Virtues Virtuous Wild Boar Wild Board Wild Boars 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Seventeeth Century Swissman
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The Sow-Quoting Jester, 1660-86
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is a captivating artwork that showcases the talent of Wilhelm Stettler, a renowned Swiss artist from the 17th century. This small print, measuring just 11.5x10.5 cm, captures the essence of court jesters and their role in mocking and belittling through satire. In this black and white illustration created with brush and Indian ink on laid paper, Stettler depicts a jester wearing a crown while quoting a sow. The jester's playful expression suggests his intention to entertain and provoke laughter among his audience. The inclusion of the sow adds an interesting element to the composition. It symbolizes farm animals or livestock commonly associated with virtue in European culture during that time period. By juxtaposing these virtuous symbols with the figure of the jester, known for his foolishness and mockery, Stettler raises questions about vice and virtue. Stettler's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his brush as he brings this scene to life. The intricate lines capture both the wild boar-like features of the sow as well as subtle facial expressions on both characters. This artwork can be found at Ashmolean Museum at University of Oxford in UK where it continues to captivate viewers with its whimsical yet thought-provoking portrayal of court jesters' antics during an era filled with political intrigue and social commentary.
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