Fortune Teller Studying a Book of Necromancy | Clémentine Dondey | 1847

This captivating 1847 painting by Clémentine Dondey, Fortune Teller Studying a Book of Necromancy, masterfully blends realism with an eerie sense of mysticism. A solemn woman, clad in modest historical attire, is absorbed in an arcane tome, her weathered hands resting on the pages as she interprets its esoteric knowledge. Scattered tarot cards hint at her occult practices, but it i the presence of the uncanny black cat on her shoulder—its wide, glowing eyes and almost supernatural expression—that injects an unsettling, surreal quality into the scene. Dondey's use of chiaroscuro heightens the dramatic tension, casting the woman’s study in a dimly lit, almost sacred atmosphere. The painting evokes themes of secrecy, superstition, and the timeless human desire to pierce the veil between the known and the unknown.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
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• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

11 x 14 Inches = 28 cm x 35.5 cm

16 x 20 Inches = 40.6 cm x 50.8 cm