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The One to Whom Fortune Is Playing Will Dance Merrily from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca
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The One to Whom Fortune Is Playing Will Dance Merrily from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca
The One to Whom Fortune Is Playing Will Dance Merrily from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca. 1560
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Balance Coornhert Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert Fiddle Fiddler Fortune Happiness Happy Merry Stringed Instrument Violin Violin Player Wisdom Allegorical Figure Netherlandish Young Man
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This print titled "The One to Whom Fortune Is Playing Will Dance Merrily from Six Sayings about Fortune, ca. 1560" transports us back to the 16th century, immersing us in an allegorical world of art and music. The image showcases a harmonious balance between two individuals - a young man and a woman - who epitomize happiness and contentment. In this mesmerizing engraving by Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert, we witness the power of fortune as it plays its whimsical tune on a fiddle held by the female figure. With her graceful movements, she entices the young man into a joyous dance, symbolizing their embrace of life's unpredictable twists and turns. The scene exudes wisdom and heritage artistry as both figures are dressed in traditional Netherlandish attire. The violin player skillfully strums his stringed instrument while maintaining eye contact with his partner, creating an intimate connection that transcends time. Surrounded by water, which represents fluidity and changeability, these two individuals embody resilience in the face of life's uncertainties. Their shared merriment serves as a reminder that embracing fortune's playfulness can lead to true happiness. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this remarkable piece invites viewers to reflect on the concept of fortune while appreciating Coornhert's masterful craftsmanship. Through this enchanting portrayal of dance and music intertwined with fate itself, we are reminded
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