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FORTUNE TELLER 1820
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FORTUNE TELLER 1820
Two ladies apprehensively consult a fortune teller, while their gentleman friends poke (literally) fun at them Date: 1820
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1820 Apprehensively Consult Fortune Friends Gentleman Literally Poke Teller Telling Paranormal
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This intriguing image, titled 'Fortune Teller' and dated 1820, captures a moment of suspense and amusement in the world of paranormal practices. Two ladies, dressed in the fashion of the early 19th century, huddle together as they consult a fortune teller, their faces etched with apprehension and curiosity. The fortune teller, a mysterious figure shrouded in a dark cloak, holds a deck of cards in her hand, poised to reveal the secrets of the future. The scene is not without its share of levity, however, as the ladies' gentleman friends look on, poking fun at their loved ones' belief in the power of the fortune teller. Their smirks and jests add an element of lightheartedness to the otherwise serious encounter. The contrast between the ladies' earnest consultation and the men's teasing creates a fascinating tableau of human emotion and belief. The use of shadow and light in the print adds to the overall atmosphere, with the fortune teller's face partially obscured by the dimly lit room, and the ladies' faces illuminated by the flickering candlelight. The intricate details of the ladies' clothing and accessories, as well as the fortune teller's exotic attire, transport us back in time to an era when the unknown and the supernatural held a powerful allure. This print offers a glimpse into the past, when the practice of fortune telling was a popular form of entertainment and a source of comfort and guidance for many. It serves as a reminder that, even in the face of skepticism and ridicule, the human desire to understand the mysteries of the universe endures.
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