The Inconstancy of Fortune; It is Easy to Dance when Fortune Plays for You

attributed to Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, after c. 1560 - before 1590

This series of six prints, illustrating sayings about Fortune, is devoted to one of the major themes of life. The series was probably created by Coornhert, who was a writer as well as a printmaker. These images show Fortune as an inconstant, unpredictable goddess who dispenses good or bad luck regardless of personal status.

  • Artwork typeprint
  • Object numberRP-P-1996-335
  • Dimensionsheight 213 mm x width 250 mm
  • Physical characteristicsets en gravure

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"Luck, Fortune, Lot; 'Fato', 'Fortuna', 'Fortuna aurea', 'Fortuna buona', 'Fortuna pacifica overo clemente', 'Sorte' (Ripa)" by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert

The Inconstancy of Fortune; It is Easy to Dance when Fortune Plays for You

The Inconstancy of Fortune; It is Easy to Dance when Fortune Plays for You

attributed to Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, after c. 1560 - before 1590

No Shield Protects against Misfortune; The Greater your Fortune, the Bigger your Sorrows

No Shield Protects against Misfortune; The Greater your Fortune, the Bigger your Sorrows

attributed to Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, after c. 1560 - before 1590

Niet elke leegloper heeft geluk

Niet elke leegloper heeft geluk

Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, after c. 1560 - before 1590

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