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Catherine Monvoisin with the Three Fates on the right and Death on the left
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Catherine Monvoisin with the Three Fates on the right and Death on the left
AMO286199 Catherine Monvoisin with the Three Fates on the right and Death on the left (pencil on paper) by Coypel, Antoine (1661-1722); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Catherine Monvoisin, known as " La Voisin" (1640-80), French sorceress, whose maiden name was Catherine Deshayes, was one of the chief personages in the famous affaire des poisons, which disgraced the reign of Louis XIV; ); eAshmolean Museum; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22898396
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a hauntingly beautiful pencil drawing titled "Catherine Monvoisin with the Three Fates on the right and Death on the left" by Antoine Coypel. The artwork, housed in the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK, depicts Catherine Monvoisin, also known as "La Voisin" a notorious French sorceress from the 17th century. In this allegorical portrait, Catherine stands gracefully in the center while being flanked by two powerful symbols. On her right are three ethereal figures representing the Three Fates - Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos - who control human destiny. Their presence suggests that Catherine possesses an uncanny ability to manipulate fate itself. On her left stands Death personified; a skeletal figure cloaked in darkness. This macabre representation serves as a reminder of mortality and highlights Catherine's involvement in dark practices that ultimately led to her downfall during Louis XIV's reign. Coypel's meticulous attention to detail brings this eerie composition to life. The intricate lines and shading create depth while capturing both beauty and foreboding within one frame. Through this remarkable artwork, we catch a glimpse into an infamous chapter of history where power struggles intertwined with sorcery and mysticism. It is an evocative portrayal that invites contemplation about our own mortality and how our choices shape our destinies.
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