Avenir Collection

Predicting the future from reading coffee grounds, engraved by Charles William Sharpe
CHT223768 Predicting the future from reading coffee grounds, engraved by Charles William Sharpe (1818-99) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Crowley

A Way of Telling the Future, engraved by Mlle. Formentin, 1824-27 (litho)
STC89225 A Way of Telling the Future, engraved by Mlle. Formentin, 1824-27 (litho) by Grevedon, Henri (1776-1860) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Fortune Teller
WAG17561 The Fortune Teller by Clark, Joseph (1834-1926); Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; eWolverhampton Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

The Fortune Teller (La Buona Ventura), c. 1594
SCP58365 The Fortune Teller (La Buona Ventura), c.1594 by Caravaggio, Michelangelo (1571-1610) (attr. to); 151.2x116 cm; Pinacoteca Capitolina, Palazzo Conservatori, Rome, Italy; Italian

The Fortune Teller
WAG17594 The Fortune Teller by Lomas, J.L. (fl.1862-83); Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; eWolverhampton Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Dregs in the cup, 1838 (oil on canvas)
NYH149801 Dregs in the cup, 1838 (oil on canvas) by Mount, William Sidney (1807-68); 106.7x132.1 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American

The Crystal Ball (w / c)
MAL67296 The Crystal Ball (w/c) by Finnemore, Joseph (1860-1939); 62.2x47 cm; Private Collection; eMallett Gallery, London, UK; British, out of copyright

Horsemen Resting among Classical Ruins with a Fortune Teller (oil on canvas)
NUL116809 Horsemen Resting among Classical Ruins with a Fortune Teller (oil on canvas) by Monaldi, Paolo (fl.1760); 63x72 cm; Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

danet and the Strolling Fortune-Teller, 1859 (oil on canvas)
VFS109737 danet and the Strolling Fortune-Teller, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Cavell, John Scott (fl.1851); 59.7x46.4 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Fortune Teller (La Buona Ventura), c. 1594 (detail of 58365)
SCP276364 The Fortune Teller (La Buona Ventura), c.1594 (detail of 58365) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo (1571-1610) (attr. to); 151.2x116 cm; Pinacoteca Capitolina, Palazzo Conservatori, Rome

Reading the Palm (oil on canvas)
STC96384 Reading the Palm (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Josaphat Another Man Mourn Dead King Avenir Coffin
Josaphat and Another Man Mourn the Dead King Avenir in his Coffin; Follower of Hans Schilling (German, active 1459 - 1467), from the Workshop of Diebold Lauber (German, active 1427 - 1467); Hagenau

The Fortune Teller (oil on panel)
XIR108512 The Fortune Teller (oil on panel) by Leyden, Lucas van (c.1494-1533); 24x30.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Paris Universal Exhibition (Exposition Universelle) of 1900. View of the viaducts with the Trottoir Roulant (Moving walkway) named Rue de l Avenir and the Decauville Electric Railway

The Fortune Teller
BAL40088 The Fortune Teller by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright

Landscape with Gypsy Fortune-Tellers (pen and w / c on paper)
XKH145204 Landscape with Gypsy Fortune-Tellers (pen and w/c on paper) by Avercamp, Hendrik (1585-1634); 17.8x26 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Dutch, out of copyright

Pagan and Christian Scholars Debating before King Avenir and Josaphat; Follower of Hans Schilling, German, active 1459 - 1467, from the Workshop of Diebold Lauber, German

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"Avenir: Unveiling the Secrets of Destiny through Timeless Art" Step into a world where mysticism and art intertwine, as we explore the captivating concept of "avenir" - predicting the future from reading coffee grounds, engraved by Charles William Sharpe. Delve deeper into this enchanting realm with "A Way of Telling the Future, " an exquisite lithograph created by Mlle. Formentin in 1824-27. The allure continues to unfold with masterpieces like "The Fortune Teller, " transporting us to c. 1594 when divination was at its peak. Immerse yourself in this timeless painting that depicts a mysterious figure peering into destiny's secrets. Witness how artists have captured these mystical moments throughout history; behold "Dregs in the Cup" (1838), an oil on canvas masterpiece that portrays fortune-telling through tea leaves, or marvel at "The Crystal Ball" (w/c) where visions are conjured within a translucent sphere. Journey further amidst classical ruins and encounter equestrian travelers seeking guidance from a fortune teller in "Horsemen Resting among Classical Ruins with a Fortune Teller. " Let your imagination wander as you observe danet and her strolling companion depicted in vibrant colors on canvas in 1859's "danet and the Strolling Fortune-Teller. " Zooming closer, admire intricate details within c. 1594's rendition of "The Fortune Teller (La Buona Ventura), " revealing hidden symbols that hold profound meanings for those who seek enlightenment. Finally, be captivated by palmistry's ancient artistry portrayed vividly on canvas with "Reading the Palm. " Witness lines etched upon hands whisper tales of fate yet to unfold. As you ponder these artistic wonders showcased at Paris Universal Exhibition (Exposition Universelle), let your mind drift towards contemplating life's mysteries and embracing our innate desire to unravel what lies ahead.