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The Naughty Table Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
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The Naughty Table Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308342 The Naughty Table 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 28381156
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Behaviour Belittling Court Jester Derides Derision Dining Room Foolery Jester Joker Make Fun Of Mockery Scoff Tables Vice Virtue Virtues Virtuous 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Behavior Circa 1600 Dine Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Mealtime Piece Of Furniture Seventeeth Century Swissman
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The Naughty Table Jester
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is a captivating print that captures the mischievous spirit of court jesters in the 17th century. Created by Wilhelm Stettler, a renowned Swiss artist from the early 17th century, this artwork showcases his exceptional talent with brush and Indian ink on paper. Measuring at just 11.5x10.5 cm, this small yet intricate piece can be found at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK. The composition depicts a jester seated at a table during mealtime, surrounded by other diners who are seemingly unaware of his playful antics. The jester's role was to entertain and amuse through mockery and derision. In this illustration, he appears to be making fun of someone or engaging in foolery while everyone else carries on with their meal. The black-and-white color scheme adds depth and contrast to the scene, emphasizing both virtue and vice within society. Stettler's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his brush as he masterfully captures not only the jester's expressive face but also the furniture and furnishings surrounding him. This artwork serves as a reminder of how art can reflect human behavior throughout history. "The Naughty Table Jester" offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into European culture during the seventeenth century while showcasing Stettler's artistic prowess. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling across centuries.
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