The Fortune Teller
1650
oil
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
1650
oil
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
This painting shows a group of people gathered around a woman in a brown robe, who is sitting on the ground. She's holding a small object and seems to be talking to the others. The scene is set outdoors, with trees and a building in the background. The colors are muted, with lots of earth tones. The woman in brown is the center of attention, and the others are all looking at her. There's a sense of quiet activity, like they're all waiting for something to happen. The painting has a calm, peaceful feel to it. If you're interested in more paintings like this, you might want to check out the work of artist Jan Steen.
