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 is 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.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

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Print: 

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• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging