The image shows a figure standing on a sphere. The person is in a poised position with one arm extended to the side. Their facial features are classical, with a calm expression and short, wavy hair. The person's body is partially draped in light fabric and they hold a small open bag from which coins are spilling. A winged cherub-like child is closely positioned beside them. The background consists of stylized clouds.

Fortune

Medium: etching
Classification: Print
Period: 1601 to 1650
Image size: 3261 × 5084px

Description

The image shows a figure standing on a sphere. The person is in a poised position with one arm extended to the side. Their facial features are classical, with a calm expression and short, wavy hair. The person's body is partially draped in light fabric and they hold a small open bag from which coins are spilling. A winged cherub-like child is closely positioned beside them. The background consists of stylized clouds.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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