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Woman Weighing Gold, ca 1662
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Woman Weighing Gold, ca 1662
Woman Weighing Gold, ca 1662. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin
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Abundance Affluence Balance Barock Berlin Cornucopia De 1629 1684 Death Symbols Depts Eternity Futility Hooch Life And Death Luxuriancy Memento Mori Money Opulence Pieter Prosperity Riche Riches Richness Sinful Staatliche Museen Stinginess Transience Vain Vanitas Vanity Wealth Wealthiness
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This print showcases Pieter de Hooch's masterpiece, "Woman Weighing Gold" created around 1662. The painting, now part of the esteemed collection at Staatliche Museen in Berlin, captures a profound theme that resonates through time - wealth and its transience. In this baroque composition, a woman delicately balances gold coins on a scale while surrounded by opulent jewelry and riches. The artist skillfully portrays the allure of abundance and prosperity but also hints at its futility and vanity. Through symbols like the cornucopia overflowing with treasures and memento mori elements reminding us of life's brevity, De Hooch confronts viewers with the ephemeral nature of material possessions. The play between light and shadow adds depth to this scene, emphasizing both richness and darkness simultaneously. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of affluence, death looms nearby. This juxtaposition invites contemplation about the true value of wealth beyond mere accumulation. De Hooch's mastery is evident in his attention to detail; every stroke on canvas breathes life into these timeless themes. As we gaze upon this fine art image captured through oil on canvas technique, we are transported back to an era where symbolism was paramount. This print not only preserves De Hooch's genius but also allows us to reflect on our own relationship with money, luxury, and mortality. It serves as a powerful reminder that true richness lies not in material possessions but
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