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Fortuna (Fortune)

Sebald Beham

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a female figure holding a wheel and standing on a globe. The image depicts a classical representation of Fortuna, complete with wings, a flowing garment, and a staff-like attribute in her hand. She is portrayed with a serene expression, balancing on a globe. The drawing includes detailed elements like the figure's hair and garment folds. In the background, there is a ship on rough waters. On the wheel she holds, there is a smaller figure. The text "FORTVNA" is at the top between two columns of numbers.

Artwork Details

Date
1541
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2550 × 3966 px
Public Domain
Yes
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