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Fortuna Distributing Largesse naked personification
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Fortuna Distributing Largesse naked personification
Fortuna Distributing her Largesse, The naked personification of Fortuna standing on a pedestal scatters money and symbols of honor and power. The spectators on the left benefit from her gifts, the people on the right have to do without them. In the foreground a dog threatening a swan. At the pedestal a lute and another musical instrument. Cornelis de Baellieur (I) (attributed to), Northern Netherlands, 1617 - 1671, panel, oil paint (paint), h 74 cm × w 105 cm d 8 cm
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Media ID 19553172
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1617 1671 Foreground Gifts Honor Lute Northern Netherlands Pedestal People Power Spectators Swan Symbols Attributed Oil Paint
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This print from the Liszt Collection showcases a masterpiece titled "Fortuna Distributing Largesse". Painted by Cornelis de Baellieur (I) in the 17th century, this artwork depicts the naked personification of Fortuna standing on an elegant pedestal. With grace and abundance, she scatters money and symbols of honor and power to those fortunate enough to be on her left side. The spectators on the left bask in Fortuna's generous gifts, their faces filled with joy as they receive her blessings. On the contrary, those positioned on the right are left empty-handed, longing for a taste of her largesse. The stark contrast between these two groups highlights both fortune's capricious nature and its unequal distribution among individuals. Intriguing details further enrich this scene: a dog menacingly threatens a swan in the foreground, symbolizing potential dangers lurking amidst prosperity. Atop the pedestal lie a lute and another musical instrument, hinting at artistry and creativity being rewarded alongside material wealth. Cornelis de Baellieur's masterful brushwork brings life to this composition while capturing society's complex relationship with luck and prosperity. This remarkable panel painting measures 74 cm in height, 105 cm in width, and is delicately executed using oil paint. As you gaze upon this mesmerizing print from centuries past, allow yourself to ponder how fortunes can change within an instant - for some are blessed by Fortuna's touch while others must endure
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