Goddess Of Fortune Collection

Illustration to the book Ship of Fools by Sebastian Brant, 1497. Creator: Anonymous
Illustration to the book " Ship of Fools" by Sebastian Brant, 1497. Private Collection

Fortuna with a purse, 1637. Creator: Reni, Guido (1575-1642)
Fortuna with a purse, 1637. Found in the Collection of Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Fortune. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Allegory of Fortune, 1615-1620. Creator: Francken, Frans, the Younger (1581-1642)
Allegory of Fortune, 1615-1620. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

La Fortune passe, 1895. Creator: Maignan, Albert Pierre-René (1845-1908)
La Fortune passe, 1895. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Reims

Wheel Of Fortune. Tarot card. Found in the Collection of Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

La Roue de Fortune (Wheel of Fortune), Tarot card, Early 18th cen
La Roue de Fortune (Wheel of Fortune). Tarot card, Early 18th cen.. Private Collection

Fortuna with a purse, ca 1636. Creator: Reni, Guido (1575-1642)
Fortuna with a purse, ca 1636. Private Collection

The Little Fortune, c. 1496. Private Collection

Fortuna, 1541. Private Collection

Fortuna shares her gifts, Mid of 17th cen.. Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Allegory of Fortune or Nemesis. Private Collection

King of Cups. Tarot card. Found in the Collection of Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

Fortuna with a crown. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

Fortuna and Cupid. Artist: Sirani, Elisabetta (1638-1665)
Fortuna and Cupid. From a private collection

Child and Fortuna. Artist: Bouillon, Pierre (1776-1831)
Child and Fortuna. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen

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"The Goddess of Fortune: A Timeless Symbol of Prosperity and Destiny" In the vast tapestry of human existence, the concept of fortune has always held a captivating allure. From ancient mythology to modern-day symbolism, the goddess Fortuna reigns supreme as the embodiment of luck, fate, and prosperity. Illustrated in Sebastian Brant's Ship of Fools from 1497, we catch a glimpse of Fortuna's enigmatic presence. An anonymous artist skillfully captures her essence, reminding us that our destinies are often guided by an unseen hand. Guido Reni's depiction in 1637 showcases Fortuna with a purse—a potent symbol representing wealth and abundance. As she holds it aloft, we are reminded that fortune can be both fickle and generous; it is up to us to seize opportunities when they arise. The Wheel Of Fortune Tarot card further emphasizes this notion. Dating back centuries, this card represents life's ever-changing cycles—sometimes lifting us high on its wheel while at other times casting us down into despair. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of adversity or triumph, fortunes can swiftly shift. La Roue de Fortune Tarot card from the early 18th century echoes this sentiment—an eternal reminder that life is filled with unexpected twists and turns. Our choices shape our destiny as we navigate through its intricate web. Guido Reni once again immortalizes Fortuna in his painting from around 1636. With her regal countenance and graceful demeanor, she reminds us that fortune favors those who dare to dream big and take risks. "The Little Fortune" painted around 1496 portrays a young girl holding onto her precious coin—a poignant representation that even small blessings can bring great joy if cherished wholeheartedly. Fortuna shares her gifts generously in an artwork from the mid-17th century—an allegory depicting how good fortune touches different aspects of our lives: love, wealth, and success.