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Fortune flying above the globe... ca. 1660-80. Creator: Girolamo Scarsello
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Fortune flying above the globe... ca. 1660-80. Creator: Girolamo Scarsello
Fortune flying above the globe, partly naked, emptying a purse in her raised right hand and holding a staff in her left, a winged putto pulling her forelock, after Reni, ca. 1660-80
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Allegorical Amorini Angelic Cherubim Cherubs Coin Coinage Coins Cupid Currency Flying Fortune Globe Grido Reni Guid Reni Guiddo Reni Guide Reni Guido Reni Guidop Reni Money Purse Purses Reni Guido Winged Figure Allegorical Figure Nakedness Putti
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This photo print, titled "Fortune flying above the globe" transports us back to the 17th century. Created by Girolamo Scarsello, this allegorical figure showcases a mesmerizing scene of both beauty and symbolism. In the image, Fortune is depicted as a partly naked woman with her right hand raised high, emptying a purse filled with coins. In her left hand, she holds a staff while being accompanied by a winged putto who humbly pulls his forelock. The inspiration for this artwork comes from Reni's original masterpiece. The etching beautifully captures the essence of Italian artistic school during that era. The attention to detail in clothing and accessories adds depth to each character portrayed. Cherubs or amorini surround Fortune, enhancing the angelic atmosphere surrounding her flight above the globe. This piece serves as an allegory for finance and wealth distribution across countries. It symbolizes how fortunes can be fleeting and unpredictable like Fortune herself. The nudity of Fortune represents vulnerability in financial matters while also highlighting her power over money. Preserved at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this heritage art piece invites viewers to reflect upon timeless themes such as prosperity, fate, and fortune's whimsical nature. Scarsello's skillful execution brings life to this seventeenth-century masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences today.
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