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The Ungrateful Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
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The Ungrateful Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308447 The Ungrateful Fool, 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 28383078
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
3 People 3 Persons 3 Three People Adversary Argument Belittling Court Jester Derides Derision Foolery Jester Joker Make Fun Of Mockery Opponent Quarrel Rival Rivalry Scoff Three Persons Vice Virtue Virtues Virtuous 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Seventeeth Century Several People Several Persons Swissman
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is a captivating artwork created by Wilhelm Stettler in the 17th century. This small yet powerful print, measuring 11.5x10.5 cm, showcases Stettler's mastery of brush and Indian ink on laid paper. The image depicts three individuals engaged in an intense argument or quarrel. The central figure, dressed as a court jester, stands out with his colorful attire and mischievous expression. He seems to be mocking or belittling the other two figures who stand on either side of him. Stettler's attention to detail is evident in the intricate lines and shading that bring this scene to life. The black-and-white composition adds depth and contrast, emphasizing the emotions portrayed by each character. This artwork invites viewers to contemplate themes of rivalry, mockery, and human folly. It serves as a reminder that even those who possess virtues can succumb to vice or become ungrateful fools themselves. Housed at the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford in the UK, "The Ungrateful Fool" continues to captivate audiences centuries after its creation. Through this remarkable piece of artistry, Stettler transports us back in time while reminding us of timeless human traits and behaviors that still resonate today.
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